- 25–100%Tuition reduction
- Full programmeHeld for the whole degree
- Merit-basedFor top applicants
- Non-EU/EEA studentsEligibility focus
- Founded 1666Top Scandinavian university
- Lund UniversityHost university
At a glance
tuition only
Funding
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Max amount
Jan 15, 2027
Deadline
Countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland
Country
Lund University
Provider
The Lund University Global Scholarship is a merit-based tuition award for fee-paying students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland who are applying to study at Lund University in Sweden. It reduces tuition by a set proportion — commonly 25%, 50%, 75% or, in a few cases, 100% — for the full duration of the programme, so the value depends on the chosen course’s tuition and the level of award. Lund is one of the highest-ranked universities in Scandinavia, founded in 1666, and the scholarship is aimed at academically strong international applicants across engineering, the sciences, business, social sciences and the humanities. Because the award covers tuition only, recipients still need to budget for living costs in Sweden of roughly ~SEK 9,000–10,000 (est.) per month. You must apply to a Lund programme through the national application system first, pay the application fee, then submit the scholarship application by the deadline, which usually falls in January for the autumn intake. As award levels, eligibility and deadlines are set each year, confirm the current details on the official page before applying.
What's covered
- Tuition reduction — A waiver of 25%, 50%, 75% or 100% of tuition, depending on the award level.
- Full duration — Applied for the whole length of the programme, subject to conditions.
- Across faculties — Available for eligible bachelor’s and master’s programmes across the university.
- Tuition only — Covers tuition; living costs of ~SEK 9,000–10,000/month (est.) are not included.
- Merit recognition — Higher reduction levels go to the strongest applicants.
How to apply
Apply to a Lund programme through universityadmissions.se first, then submit the scholarship application.
- Apply to a programme — Submit your application via the Swedish national admissions system by the January deadline.
- Pay the application fee — Pay the required application fee so your application is processed.
- Submit the scholarship application — Complete the Lund University Global Scholarship application by its deadline.
- Merit assessment — Applications are ranked on academic merit by the university.
- Receive the decision — Scholarship results are announced ahead of the admission results.
Eligibility
NationalityCitizen of a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland (i.e. liable for tuition fees).
ProgrammeApplying to an eligible Lund University bachelor’s or master’s programme.
Academic meritA strong academic record; the award is competitive across all applicants.
Application feeMust have paid the application fee and submitted a valid programme application.
DeadlineScholarship application submitted by the published deadline, usually in January.
EU/EEA/Swiss citizens do not pay tuition at Lund and are therefore not eligible. Confirm the current award levels and any programme exclusions.
Eligible countries
Countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland
Deadlines
Autumn entry~mid-January 2026 (est.)
Selection
The university ranks eligible applicants on academic merit and awards tuition reductions at different levels accordingly, with the highest reductions reserved for the strongest candidates.
Verified sources
- Lund University Global Scholarshiplunduniversity.lu.seofficial
About the provider
Lund University, founded in 1666, is one of Scandinavia’s oldest and highest-ranked universities and offers the Global Scholarship as tuition support for talented fee-paying international students.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What does the Lund University Global Scholarship cover?
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A tuition reduction of 25%, 50%, 75% or 100%, held for the full duration of the programme. It does not cover living costs.
Who is eligible?
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Fee-paying students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland applying to an eligible Lund programme.
Is it fully funded?
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Only the top award (100% tuition) covers all tuition; most awards are partial, and none cover living costs.
Which levels are covered?
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Eligible bachelor’s and master’s programmes across the university.
Do I apply for admission first?
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Yes. Apply via universityadmissions.se and pay the application fee before submitting the scholarship application.
When is the deadline?
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Usually around ~mid-January 2026 (est.) for the autumn intake.
How are awards decided?
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On academic merit; higher reduction levels go to the strongest applicants.
Can EU students apply?
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No — EU/EEA/Swiss citizens do not pay tuition at Lund and are not eligible.
How much are living costs in Sweden?
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Roughly ~SEK 9,000–10,000 (est.) per month; budget for these separately.
Is the award held for the whole degree?
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Yes, for the full programme duration, subject to conditions.
Where is Lund University?
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In Lund, in southern Sweden, near Malmö and Copenhagen.
Where can I confirm current award levels and deadlines?
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On the official Lund University Global Scholarship page linked in the sources.