Admitted to LiU

Congratulations on being offered a place in one of our international degree programmes at Linköping University!

This page is a hub of information and tips on how to prepare for your degree studies at LiU and your move to Sweden. The order of the page will change as the months tick-down to your arrival, so we can assist you to find the most important information when you need it most. Information may also update as the autumn semester approaches.

Programme specific admitted information

Welcome letter from LiU's Vice-Chancellor

''Congratulations on choosing a top-ranking international university, renowned for its academic quality, world-class facilities, safe study environment and eco-friendly campuses''

Helen Dannetun, Vice-Chancellor LiU

Linköping University's Vice-Chancellor Helen Dannetun, sitting on a bench outside in autumn for a portrait photograph.

You made it into LiU! What happens now?

Important dates for admitted degree students

6 April

Notification of selection results / Eligible students are welcome to apply for a LiU Scholarship ✔

9 April

LiU Scholarship applications close 23:59 CET ✔ (Winners to be published on Scholarships web page below ✔)

16 April

Deadline to accept your offer or you will lose your place / If you have won a LiU Scholarship you must accept it or the offer will cease ✔

1 June

Deadline to pay your tuition fees and recommended deadline to apply for residence permit to Sweden

August

Information Days & Mandatory Roll calls*

Autumn semester 2018:

Faculty of Arts and Sciences - 20 August

Faculty of Educational Sciences - 20 August ( Exception: Master’s Programme in Adult Learning and Global Change starts 13 August)

Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences - 29 August

Faculty of Science and Engineering - 29 August

(*Dates are available on your programme's specific admitted page- see the drop-down menu at the top of this page)

Preparing to move to Sweden

Once you have been admitted to LiU there are many things to prepare before departure if you are relocating from overseas.

Your citizenship will dictate what steps you need to take next. There are many questions to answer, here are some key steps to address before you arrive or plan your travel: Where will you live? Do you have fees to pay? Are you allowed to move to Sweden? How will you be insured?

Things to do before you leave for Sweden

A short video outlining what steps you may need to consider for your preparations.

More on each key step, a pre-departure guide, travel advice and insights from our students

How to pay your tuition fee

Tuition fee payments are to be made in advance. Normally, the deposit covers one semester at a time.

Residence Permit, Visa and Insurance

There is much to think about before you arrive at Linköping University. This is a helpful guide to important things you need to know about residence permits, visas and insurance.

Student Accommodation

It is important to start looking for accommodation or confirm if you will be offered assistance as part of your fees or a scholarship from LiU - as soon as you have been admitted. Here you will find useful information about student accommodation.

Living Expenses

All students, regardless of whether or not they are required to pay application and tuition fees, must be able to cover their personal living expenses while in Sweden.

Working out - application and tuitio fees

Application and tuition fees

Citizens from countries outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland must pay application and tuition fees for higher education in Sweden. Exemptions might apply.

Family and schools

If you are bringing your family with you to LiU, here are some things you might need to know about schools and the daycare system in Sweden, and the support we can offer.

International students Pre-Departure Guide 2018

Moving abroad to study a whole degree programme requires a lot of preparation. Keep on track with our pre-departure checklist.

Electric train travelling through snowy Swedish country side in Östergötland.

Planning your travel to LiU

There are several ways to travel to and through Sweden to arrive at your LiU campus. Here you will find information about airports, trains, local buses, trams and the campus bus to help you plan your journey.

What do you wish you had known before you arrived?

Two current master’s students and a representative from the International Office discuss the things they wish they had known and offer insights into what you can expect when you arrive for your studies at LiU.

Arrival: the welcome period!

What happens now? Well, let the fun and learning begin!

Things to do when you arrive in Sweden

Arrival activities for international degree students

LiU offers a welcome period full of information and social activities to help you get the best possible start to your degree studies in Sweden. Try to arrive before your studies start to make the most of this welcome period.

Welcome activities

Come meet new friends and get to know the town and the university area! The International Office organises many social activities for international students, in cooperation with student organisations.

Starting your studies at LiU

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.

Study Information

Learn about the Swedish academic culture, grading systems, examinations and more.

Study assistance at LiU

Do you have a disability or special needs and require assistance with your studies? Contact our coordinators today.

Equal Opportunities

At LiU we carry out extensive work to promote equal rights, opportunities and obligations to counteract all forms of discrimination, harassment, victimisation and exclusion. This work is known by the term Equal Opportunities.

Tips for a head start

Student.liu.se - for students studying at LiU

If you are a new student, make sure you check out LiU's internal student web. Our student web is a dedicated space for all information regarding your studies and current events at LiU.

student.liu.se

A first person view of the LiU App being used on a mobile device while being held by a student's hands.

LiU App for Students

Whether you are looking for the library, bus stop or the nearest place to grab a bite to eat the LiU-app is your saviour. The LiU-app helps students make their life on campus a little easier. Download for iOS and Android.

LiU International Students Reception

Get tips about welcome activities, events around campuses and services for international students at LiU.

LiU International Students Reception Facebook page

Student life at LiU

There is a lot more to do as a student than attending lectures and studying. Here you can find out about your life as a student including leisure and sports, our campus cities and student associations.

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