Mälardalen University scholarship programme offers a limited number of scholarship awards to students applying for a Master’s programme with us as their first choice.
When is the Application Deadline:
February 2, 2026
Tell Me About The Award:
The Mälardalen University (MDU) Scholarship Programme offers a limited number of full-tuition scholarships for outstanding international students applying for a Master’s programme at MDU as their first choice.
Get Up to $100,000 Student Loan for Your Master in US or Canada.
The scholarship covers 100% of the tuition fee for the entire program, provided the student follows the normal study plan (minimum 22.5 credits per semester).
It aims to support academically excellent students from outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland who are required to pay tuition fees.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
All Master’s programmes offered at Mälardalen University (MDU)
(Except students from certain countries—see eligibility)
Type:
Master’s Scholarship (Full Tuition Fee Coverage)
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be from non-EU/EEA/Switzerland countries
- Be fee-paying students
- Apply for a Master’s program at Mälardalen University as their first choice
- Submit all supporting documents on universityadmissions.se before the deadline
- Pay the application fee on time
- Meet academic and English proficiency requirements
- Cannot be from the 12 Swedish development cooperation countries:
Bangladesh, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia
(These applicants should apply for the Swedish Institute Scholarship, not MDU’s scholarship)
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on:
- Academic excellence
- Quality of previous studies
- Fulfillment of program requirements
- Verification that MDU is the applicant’s first choice
- Timely submission of documents and application fee
Which Countries Are Eligible?
All non-EU/EEA/Swiss countries except the 12 development cooperation countries listed above.
Where will the Award be Taken?
Mälardalen University (MDU), Sweden
How Many Awards?
A limited number of full-tuition scholarships are awarded each year.
(Exact number not published)
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- 100% tuition fee coverage for the entire Master’s program
- Valid as long as the student follows normal study load:
- Minimum 22.5 credits per semester
- Minimum 45 credits per academic year
- Does NOT cover living expenses, travel, visa, accommodation, or materials
- Scholarship is cancelled if student’s fee-paying status changes during the program
How Long Will the Award Last?
For the full duration of the Master’s program, typically 2 years, provided the student maintains the required study pace.
How to Apply:
- Apply for a Master’s program at universityadmissions.se.
- Select Mälardalen University (MDU) as your first choice.
- Upload all required documents:
- Transcripts
- Degree certificate
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL)
- CV/other program requirements
- Pay the application fee before the deadline.
- Download and complete the MDU Scholarship Application Form (PDF).
- Upload the scholarship form along with your other documents on universityadmissions.se before February 2, 2026.
- Wait for notification of results (sent between March 27–31, 2026).
