Security exercise with the police and emergency services on Campus Valla from 9 to 12 February. This week, a planned security exercise will be conducted in and around D Building and the Fysikhuset Building underground corridor on Campus Valla. This is only an exercise and does not pose any danger. More information is available on Liunet (login required) or at polisen.se
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You made it!
Welcome to Linköping University.

Congratulations new students! 

Now, let us help you to prepare for your studies at Linköping University. You finally received that positive result you’ve been waiting for and it’s time to prepare for some of the most exciting times of your life.

You made it!

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Admitted - What's next?

In this video, we talk about the most important things to consider and do after being admitted to Linköping University.

Not studying a degree programme?

Distance education

Linköping University offers several international courses and programmes via distance education.

Upon Arrival for exchange studies

Information about the arrival and welcome period for kicking off your exchange studies at Linköping University.

Admitted to a course

Have you been admitted to a single-subject course at Linköping University? Learn more about preparing to study with us.

Important dates & deadlines 2025

Admissions

✔ 27 March Notification of Selection Results

published for master's programmes

✔ 27-31 March LiU International Scholarship application open

✔ 3 April Notification of Selection Results published for the bachelor's programme

✔ 11 April LiU International Scholarship recipients announced

✔ 15 May Deadline to pay your tuition fees (or to show proof of non-fee-payer-status, for example if you have a residence permit that expires prior to the start of the programme contact Admissions@liu.se)

Welcome period

LiU Arrival Days

✔ 1 August
✔ 12 August
✔ 26 August

Welcome to LiU 

Further details for autumn 2025 are published here: Welcome to LiU

Autumn semester

Mandatory roll call & first day of class
You must attend roll-call. See your programme admitted web page for details. If failing to attend, you will lose your place.

Final year student
If you are in your final year when admitted you must upload your degree certificate and transcript of your last semester(s) both in original language and with an English translation to your Universityadmissions account as soon as possible. You have to do this before you graduate from LiU.

Pre-departure

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Preparation webinar for international students

In this webinar the International Office and a student talk about what new international students can expect as newly arrived students at LiU. Tips for how to prepare, what to pack or don't pack, how to find housing and many more topics are covered.

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Newly admitted to Linköping University

Webinar for newly admitted students about the practical side of studying a degree programme at Linköping University. In this session current students share experiences and practical tips.

Before your arrival

What do I need to organise?

Once you have been admitted to Linköping University (LiU), there are many things to prepare for before departure whether you are relocating from overseas, across the border or from another province in Sweden.

Fee-paying students need to: 

  • Double check if you are eligible for a scholarship
  • Pay your tuition fee as soon as possible
  • Apply for a residence permit or visa

All students need to:

  • Organise your own accommodation
  • Double check what insurance you need
  • Prepare your finances for full-time studies
  • Be present for the roll call
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Scholarships

LiU offers a limited number of scholarships to outstanding international students. There are several options to receive a scholarship for your studies at LiU if you are a fee-paying student.
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Student Accommodation

It is important to start looking for accommodation as soon as you intend to study at LiU. Learn how to find housing in Sweden. Join the queues today to increase your options for future studies.
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Residence Permits and Visas

Are you allowed to enter and reside in Sweden? Make sure you confirm your rights or obligations in time for processing requirements at the Swedish Migration Agency.

5 reasons to choose Linköping University

Why study at LiU?

At Linköping University our students are at the forefront of new technology and innovation. We are renowned for our innovative, world-leading research and education, fostering collaboration across various disciplines.

Arrival & welcome period information

What happens now? Well, let the fun and learning begin! Welcome to LiU & Sweden!

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Registering for your studies

This is a checklist you can use in August that will guide you through registration and administrative set up for your studies at LiU.

Welcome to LiU

Orientation information for your studies at LiU is provided as a digital welcome package and a live welcome broadcast. Find out what faculty you belong to and when we suggest you arrive.

Swedish language courses

Seize the opportunity to learn some Swedish while you are on exchange or studying a degree programme at Linköping University!

Welcome activities

Let our staff, our students and the whole region welcome you to your new life at LiU! There are so many events, tours, activities, the welcome party Kalas. Make sure to check out the event calendar.
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Mandatory roll call

All programmes at Linköping University start with a mandatory roll call. What is it and why is it so important? Here you will find all information you need about the roll call.
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Start using Liunet

Once you have registered, you will find everything you need in one place, Liunet. Here you can book group rooms, keep track of the schedule, download software, find useful information about campus, read about what support LiU offers, how to apply to study abroad, what rights and responsibilities you have as a student, and loads of other practical information.

Welcome to LiU!

"Studying at university may be the best time of one’s life. You make lifetime friends and acquire knowledge that brings development and growth".


Jan-Ingvar Jönsson, Vice-Chancellor

Jan-Ingvar Jönsson

Social media & student blogs

International student blog

Life at LiU

Follow our international student ambassadors as they write about their new student experiences at LiU.

International programme students blog
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LiU on Facebook

@liu.international

Check out our Facebook
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LiU on Youtube

@LinkopingUniversity

Check out our Youtube
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LiU on Instagram

@linkoping.university

Check out our Instagram

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