Sweden University of Gothenburg Axel Adler Scholarship 2026
The Axel Adler Scholarship 2026 is one of Sweden’s most prestigious tuition fee waiver programs, offered by the University of Gothenburg for outstanding international students. It aims to attract talented individuals from across the globe who wish to pursue Bachelor’s or Master’s degree programs at the university. This scholarship is funded by the Adlerbertska Scholarship Foundation, Adlerbertska Grant Foundation, and the Swedish Council for Higher Education (UHR).
Degree Level
- Bachelor’s Degree Programs
- Master’s Degree Programs
Available Subjects
The scholarship applies to all international Master’s programs and selected Bachelor’s programs at the University of Gothenburg.
Eligible Bachelor’s programs include:
- Software Engineering
- International Relations
- Business and Economics
- BFA Program in Metal Art
- BFA Program in Wood Oriented Furniture Design
- BFA Program in Craft with Specialisation in Crafting Futures
Benefits
- Full tuition fee waiver for the entire study duration:
- Up to 120 credits (2 years) for Master’s programs.
- Up to 180 credits (3 years) for Bachelor’s programs.
- The scholarship does not cover living expenses, accommodation, or travel costs.
- Recipients are covered by FAS+ insurance, provided by Kammarkollegiet, offering protection during their stay in Sweden.
Eligible Nationalities
This scholarship is open to international students of all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Axel Adler Scholarship 2026:
- You must be required to pay tuition fees in Sweden.
- You must apply for an international campus-based program at the University of Gothenburg as your first priority through universityadmissions.se.
- Submit your study application by 15 January 2026 and pay the application fee while documenting your eligibility by 2 February 2026.
- You must receive an email invitation to apply for the scholarship between 10–28 February 2026.
- You must submit a CV and a Letter of Motivation (maximum 3000 characters each) as part of your scholarship application.
The selection is based on academic excellence, motivation, and relevance of qualifications to the chosen study program.
Application Procedure
- Apply for admission to an international program at the University of Gothenburg by 15 January 2026 through universityadmissions.se.
- Pay the application fee and ensure your eligibility documents are verified by 2 February 2026.
- If eligible, you’ll receive an email invitation around 10 February 2026 to apply for the Axel Adler Scholarship.
- Submit your CV and Letter of Motivation through the scholarship portal by 28 February 2026.
- Scholarship results are announced via email:
- 8 April 2026 – Master’s applicants
- 14 April 2026 – Bachelor’s applicants
Conclusion
The Axel Adler Scholarship 2026 is an incredible opportunity for ambitious students looking to pursue a high-quality education in Sweden without worrying about tuition costs. With a strong focus on academic excellence and motivation, the University of Gothenburg continues to support international talent through this prestigious program.
