University of Gothenburg Scholarship 2027 for Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Sweden

The Axel Adler Scholarship 2027 offers outstanding international students the chance to study Bachelor’s or Master’s programs at the University of Gothenburg with a full tuition fee waiver. Funded by the Adlerbertska Scholarship Foundation, Adlerbertska Grant Foundation, and the Swedish Council for Higher Education (UHR), this prestigious award recognizes academic excellence and strong motivation for studies.

To be eligible, applicants must be required to pay tuition in Sweden and have applied for an international campus-based program at the University of Gothenburg as their priority. A CV and a Letter of Motivation are essential parts of the scholarship application and form the basis for the selection process.

Successful candidates will receive a tuition fee waiver for the duration of their study program. However, the scholarship does not cover living or travel expenses, so students must ensure they have financial support for their stay in Sweden.

Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents

Curriculum Vitae (CV): Maximum 3,000 characters, detailing education, experience, and academic achievements.

Letter of Motivation: Maximum 3,000 characters, explaining suitability for the program and future goals.

Supporting documents for admission (transcripts, degree certificates, ID) must be submitted through universityadmissions.se.

Note: No additional attachments are accepted in the application system.

All applicants must meet the following requirements

Must be a fee-paying international student outside the EU/EEA.

Must apply for a campus-based program at the University of Gothenburg as a

Must apply for studies by 15 January 2026 and document eligibility by 2 February 2026 via se.

Must receive an email invitation to apply for the scholarship between 10 and 28 February 2026.

Only students admitted to full-time programs are eligible.

Online-only programs are not eligible (programs with temporary online components are allowed).

To retain the scholarship, students must complete at least 75% of semester credits.

The highlights of the selection process are as follows

Assessment conducted by academic staff at the University of Gothenburg.

Evaluation is based on

Academic excellence and qualifications.

Relevance of background to the chosen program.

Strength and clarity of motivation letter.

Achievements highlighted in the CV.

One scholarship is awarded per program (except for the Artistic Faculty, which offers four scholarships across all programs).

Scholars are regularly reviewed for academic progress to maintain eligibility.

Applicants who apply to University of Gothenburg will benefit from the following items

Full tuition fee coverage for the entire study program (Master’s or Bachelor’s).

Insurance coverage (FAS+), provided by the Swedish Legal, Financial, and Administrative Services Agency (Kammarkollegiet).

Exposure to world-class academic resources, innovative research, and international networking opportunities.

Note: The scholarship does not cover living expenses, accommodation, or travel costs. Applicants must show financial proof for living costs when applying for a residence permit.

Apply for a full-time international program at the University of Gothenburg via the link below before deadline.

Pay the application fee and submit all eligibility documents by 1 February 2027.

Wait for the email invitation to apply for the Axel Adler Scholarship around 10 February 2027.

Submit your CV and Motivation Letter in the scholarship system before 28 February 2027.

Results will be announced via email in April 2027.

Further details are available on the official website of Gothenburg University.