Linköping University (LiU) International Scholarship 2026-2027

Apply for the Linköping University (LiU) International Scholarship in Sweden to study a master’s program with a 50% tuition fee reduction. Open to outstanding students from outside the EU/EEA. It sets no nationality restriction, so Nigerian applicants are eligible on that point.

Offered by Linköping University Last checked 13 Oct 2026

What the scholarship covers

The tuition fees for a student awarded an LIU International Scholarship are reduced by 50%

The scholarship covers the total tuition fee or part of the tuition fee. If the scholarship covers part of the tuition fee, the student must pay the outstanding amount (=the remainder of the fee) no later than the payment deadline

Great news for postgraduate students! Applications are now open for the Linköping University (LiU) International Scholarship, offering tuition fee reductions for talented international students. This article details the scholarship benefits, eligibility, and application process.

The LiU International Scholarship 2026-2027 is a partially funded master’s award that provides a 50% tuition fee reduction for students from countries outside the EU/EEA. It aims to support academically strong candidates with high potential to contribute to their fields of study.

Linköping University offers a variety of innovative, career-oriented master’s programs in fields such as medicine, education, economics, and engineering, preparing graduates for impactful careers worldwide.

Scholarship Summary

Level of Study: Master’s
Institution: Linköping University
Host Country: Sweden
Fields of Study: All eligible master’s programs at LiU
Program Duration: Based on the chosen program
Application Deadline: March 31 (application period: March 21 – March 31)

Scholarship Coverage

Linköping University International Scholarships Sweden provides the recipient with the following benefits:

The tuition fees for a student awarded an LIU International Scholarship are reduced by 50%.
The scholarship covers the total tuition fee or part of the tuition fee. If the scholarship covers part of the tuition fee, the student must pay the outstanding amount (=the remainder of the fee) no later than the payment deadline.

Eligibility Criteria for Linköping University International Scholarships Sweden

To be eligible for Linköping University International Scholarships Sweden, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Required Language: English
Eligible Countries: International students (outside the European Union/European Economic Area and Switzerland) are eligible for this master’s scholarship.
Students who have applied for a master’s program at Linköping University
You applied before the time limit of entry time, and
Students do not need to pay application and tuition fees if they are citizens of a country within the EU/EEA or Switzerland, permanent Swedish residents, exchange students (from all countries), and Ph.D. students.
Citizens from countries outside the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland must pay application and tuition fees for higher education in Sweden.

How to Apply for Linköping University International Scholarships?

Please follow below important points to avail this scholarship:

If you are exempt from paying fees, you must provide documentation of your citizenship status (and fee-exempt status) in order for your application to be processed.
You selected a master program at Linköping University as your first priority (ranked as number 1 of 4).
You have been admitted to your first choice in the first notification of the election results.
The student must inform Linköping University in writing if he/she is no longer required to pay tuition fees.

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To know more about Linköping University International Scholarships Sweden, please visit the official website:

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