GU welcomes students from all over the world and offers a variety of bachelor, master and doctorate programs. Check out the admissions requirements on our page.
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About GU
University of Gothenburg (GU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Goeteborg, Sweden. GU is a member of European University Association (EUA).
According to QS International University Ranking, the institution is among the top-190 in the world.
GU does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs.
Location
Goeteborg, Sweden
Establishment year
1891
Students
19,677
International students
2,558
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Rating QS
2025#194
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The academic calendar at GU is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in Sweden. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. For local citizens, tuition fees at GU start from 10,167 USD. International students pay a minimum of 6,327 USD per year. The educational institution helps with tuition fees through financial support programs. They are available to local and international students. Check the university website for up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
In addition to the cost of education, it is necessary to pay attention to additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 90. The IELTS score is not lower than 6.5.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
90
TOEFL PBT
575
Master's degree at GU
It is impossible to enter GU for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 90 or higher.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
90
TOEFL PBT
575
Doctorate degree at GU
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — TOEFL. TOEFL — 90 points and above.
TOEFL iBT
90
GU campus
The campus of GU is located in Goeteborg. The urban campus is suitable for those students who, firstly, are used to independence, and secondly, cannot imagine their life without the hustle and bustle of a big metropolis. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. GU regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
After graduation, students are allowed to stay in Sweden for a year. During this time, graduates can find a job and change their student visa to a work one. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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