Sweden — university guide
The 48 universities in Sweden in 2026
An informative guide to the 48 higher education institutions in Sweden: international rankings, tuition fees, programs and practical information for your orientation.
48
Universities
33
Public
15
Private
#47
Best ranking
Karolinska Institute
77,362 SEK
Min bachelor fee
65
Programs
Bachelor fee range in Sweden
Based on the 23 universities in Sweden that published their fees.
Min77,362 SEKMax264,000 SEK
Universities in Sweden: public, private, rankings, fees and programs
33
Public universities
The public institutions in Sweden
33universities
15
Private universities
The private institutions in Sweden
15universities
15
Best universities
Ranked by overall average
15universities
23
The cheapest
Universities with the lowest fees
23universities
48
University fees
Tuition fee analysis
48universities
65
Programs
Fields offered in Sweden
65programs
List of universities in Sweden in 2026
48 universities listedDalarna University
Public11 11 programs· University in Falun and Borlänge known for tourism, renewable energy and high-quality distance education.
University of Gävle
Public19 19 programs· Public university in the Baltic coastal town of Gavle, known for architecture, built environment and life sciences.
University of Gothenburg
#221Public25 25 programs· One of Sweden's largest universities, excelling in life sciences, arts, social sciences and business in Gothenburg.
Halmstad University
#801Public13 13 programs· Inovation-driven Swedish university known for computer science, electrical engineering, health and sport sciences.
Jönköping University
#802Public14 14 programs· Swedish university known for its strong entrepreneurial profile and its schools of business, engineering, health and education.
Karlstad University
Public11 11 programs· Public university in Värmland known for research on services, computer science and fibre and pulp technology.
Kristianstad University
Public9 9 programs· Public university in southern Sweden known for nursing, sport sciences and sustainable management education.
University West
Public18 18 programs· Public university in Trollhattan, a Swedish pioneer of work-integrated learning.
The Swedish Red Cross University College
Private7 7 programs· Private Stockholm college founded in 1867, the world's first secular nursing school, tied to the Red Cross.
Linköping University
#314Public17 17 programs· Pioneering Swedish university renowned for interdisciplinary research in computing, medicine and education sciences.
Lund University
#93Public37 37 programs· Founded in 1666, one of Scandinavia's most prestigious universities, combining academic excellence with unique student life.
Malmö University
Public15 15 programs· Urban, multicultural university in Malmö committed to diversity, applied social sciences, media and health education.
University of Skövde
Public20 20 programs· Public university in Skovde, known for its programmes in informatics, information systems and life sciences.
Stockholm University
#160Public24 24 programs· Major Swedish university for humanities, social and natural sciences, set in the National City Park of Frescati.
Chalmers University of Technology
#242Public19 19 programs· Top engineering school in Gothenburg, founded in 1829, globally recognised for applied research and innovation.
Luleå University of Technology
#601Public15 15 programs· Northern Sweden's technical university, a leader in mining, space engineering and energy research near the Arctic Circle.
Stockholm University of the Arts
Public4 4 programs· Unique public university bringing together circus, dance, theatre, opera and performing arts in Stockholm.
Linnaeus University
Public17 17 programs· Modern university in Växjö and Kalmar, created in 2010, inspired by naturalist Carl Linnaeus's legacy.
Mälardalen University
Public13 13 programs· Dynamic university in Västerås and Eskilstuna, pioneering embedded systems, energy and health sciences education.
Marie Cederschiöld University
Private6 6 programs· Private Stockholm university devoted to nursing, social work and theology, heir to Ersta Skondal.
Mid Sweden University
Public12 12 programs· Public university in central Sweden, based in Sundsvall and Östersund, strong in technology, tourism and sport sciences.
Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
#376Public10 10 programs· Sweden's leading university for agriculture, veterinary medicine, forestry and sustainable development.
Södertörn University in Stockholm
Public24 24 programs· Public university in southern metropolitan Stockholm, known for its multidisciplinary profile and Baltic focus.
Sophiahemmet University
Private5 5 programs· Private Stockholm university devoted to nursing science, linked to Sophiahemmet hospital since 1889.