The Dalarna University Masters Scholarship offers a tuition waiver for graduate students at Sweden’s top university, covering full-time tuition costs for a chosen program. The scholarship covers SEK90,000, with detailed requirements, benefits, and a step-by-step application guide.
When is the Application Deadline:
July 15, 2025
Tell Me About The Award:
The Dalarna University Masters Scholarship is a tuition-fee waiver offered to outstanding new international students applying for on-campus Master’s programmes at Dalarna University, Sweden. The scholarship supports international students by reducing tuition costs and rewarding academic excellence. Two types of scholarships are available:
- Choose Dalarna First Scholarship
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
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Which Fields are Eligible?
Eligible fields include but are not limited to:
- Business Studies with an International Focus
- Economics
- Tourism Destination Development
- Business Intelligence
- Data Science
- Energy-Efficient Built Environment
- Global Sexual & Reproductive Health
- Solar Energy Engineering
- Sustainability & Tourism
- Other eligible Master’s programmes offered on campus
Note: Some online programmes are eligible for limited tuition reductions.
Type:
Masters Scholarship (Tuition Waiver)
Who can Apply?
- Fresh international applicants applying for on-campus Master’s programmes at Dalarna University
- Fee-paying students (non-EU/EEA)
- Applicants who list a Dalarna University programme as their first choice
- Current students (for continuation scholarships) who have completed at least one semester and show strong academic performance
How are Applicants Selected?
- Based on academic excellence and motivation
- First-time applicants must complete the scholarship application after applying for admission
- Continuing students are assessed on academic grades (min. 50% VG/A/B grades and no grades below C)
- The faculty must verify the applicant as “outstanding”
Which Countries Are Eligible?
All countries, especially non-EU/EEA students (who are required to pay tuition)
Where will the Award be Taken?
Dalarna University, Sweden
Only on-campus Master’s programmes are eligible.
How Many Awards?
Exact numbers are not specified, but several partial scholarships are awarded each year.
Additionally, 5–10 students may be nominated for the Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarships annually.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Tuition fee waivers between SEK 5,000 – 90,000
- The Choose Dalarna First Scholarship: SEK 5,000
- The Academic Excellence Scholarship: Up to SEK 30,000 per year
- Example total awards by programme:
- Solar Energy Engineering: up to SEK 90,000
- Data Science: up to SEK 70,000
- Other programmes: SEK 20,000 – SEK 60,000
Scholarship is applied directly to tuition, not cash-based.
How Long Will the Award Last?
Covers the entire duration of your Master’s programme (1–2 years), with scholarships distributed per semester based on performance.
How to Apply:
- Apply for an eligible Master’s programme at Dalarna University through the Swedish admissions portal.
- Complete the online scholarship application through the university’s website.
- Submit required documents (CV, reference letter, statement of purpose) before the deadline.
- For continuing students, apply through Canvas before the start of the new semester.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
👉 https://www.du.se/en/study-at-du/international-student/scholarships/

