Quick Summary
Lund University is a public founded in 1666, located in Lund, Sweden. Ranked #75 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 47000 students including 20% from outside Sweden. Known for strengths in Development Studies, Geography, Anatomy & Physiology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
A top 100 university with a rich historical heritage, unparalleled student life via the 'Nations' system, and cutting-edge research facilities.
Subject Strengths
Development StudiesGeographyAnatomy & PhysiologyArchitectureNursingEnvironmental Science
Founded1666
TypePublic
Total Students47000
Intl Students20%
Faculty Ratio12.5
CampusUrban/City Campus
Campus Size1.2 square km
Affiliated HospitalsSkåne University Hospital (SUS)
AccreditationEQUIS, AMBA, AACSB (School of Economics and Management)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#75
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#106
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#151
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
9 Bachelor's programs (English), 100+ Master's programs (English), 275+ total programs
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited (Distance learning and MOOCs available)
Online Programs
MAX IV Laboratory, European Spallation Source (ESS), Pufendorf Institute
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
EQUIS, AMBA, AACSB (School of Economics and Management)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATOptional for specific business programs
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · August 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit documents early in the first admission round (Oct-Jan). Ensure your bachelor's degree is globally recognized and matches the specific prerequisites of the master's program.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Swedish Krona
UG Tuition
kr145,000/yr
per year · SEK
Living Cost
kr120,000/yr
per year · SEK
PG Tuition
kr160,000/yr
per year · SEK
Application Fee
$85
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
kr280,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · SEK
Scholarships AvailableLund University Global Scholarship, Swedish Institute Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$10,000
Financial AidAvailable for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens (CSN)
Work-StudyLimited opportunities within student nations and library services
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 9 Bachelor's programs (English), 100+ Master's programs (English), 275+ total programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Economics and Management | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Medicine | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Social Sciences | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$52,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Ideon Science Park and multinational firms
Industry Connections
EricssonSony MobileTetra PakAlfa LavalBaxter Gambro
Notable Alumni
Ingvar Kamprad (IKEA founder - Honorary), Hans Rosling, Manne Siegbahn, Queen Silvia of Sweden
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gerdahallen Fitness Centre, Victoriastadion
Student Clubs
13 Student Nations, Academic Society (AF), various specialized unions
Library Resources
25 subject libraries including the historic Lund University Library (UB)
Exchange Programs
600+ partner universities worldwide
Summer Programs
Lund University Summer Academy (LUSA)