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About UmU
Umeå University (UmU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Umea, Sweden. The higher education institution was founded not so long ago — in 1965 — which is why it is considered one of the youngest in the country. UmU is a part of European University Association (EUA).
The institution is among the top-470 in the world, according to QS International University Ranking. The university is highly rated by the independent university ranking THE. It is in the top-400.
UmU offers bachelor and master programs in different fields of study.
- Location
- Umea, Sweden
- Establishment year
- 1965
- Students
- 17,373
- International students
- 1,911
- Female students
- 60%
Place in ratings
- Rating QS
- 2024#465
- Rating THE
- 2024#401-500
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2023 |
---|---|
Agriculture & Forestry | 201-250 |
Life Sciences & Medicine | 236 |
Arts & Humanities | 394 |
UmU tuition fees
As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at UmU is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. For foreigners, the tuition fee at UmU starts from 4,755 USD per year. Thanks to financial support programs, students have the opportunity to fully or partially cover the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices 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.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Foreign4,863USD/year
- Master
- Foreign4,755USD/year
Study programs at UmU
Economics & Business Management
International Business and Economics
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Life Science
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
International Business and Economics
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
International Business Program
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Sciences & Professions
Crisis Management and Peacebuilding
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Marketing
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Tourism and Sustainable Development
- Study form
- Full-time
Law
Constitutional Law and Human Rights
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Education & Training
Crisis Management and Peacebuilding
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
Cognitive Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Computing Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Human Geography - Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Interaction Design
- Study degree
- MFA
- Study form
- Full-time
Landscape Archaeology or Environmental Archaeology
- Study form
- Full-time
Physics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Biomedicine
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Chemistry
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Cognitive Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Earth Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Mathematical Statistics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Chemistry
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Earth Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Ecology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental science with focus on sustainable development
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Landscape Archaeology or Environmental Archaeology
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Biomedical Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Biomedicine
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Psychology with Specialisation in Health Psychology
- Study form
- Full-time
Public Health
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Public Health (Second Year)
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Biomedical Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Robotics and Control
- Study form
- Full-time
Transportation Design
- Study degree
- MFA
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
Advanced Product Design
- Study form
- Full-time
Architecture and Urban Design
- Study form
- Full-time
Fine Arts
- Study degree
- MFA
- Study form
- Full-time
Human Geography - Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Interaction Design
- Study degree
- MFA
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Accounting
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Development and Internationalisation
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Finance
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
IT Management
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Management
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Accounting
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Business Development and Internationalisation
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Cognitive Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Crisis Management and Peacebuilding
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Artificial Intelligence
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Archaeology
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Sciences
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Bachelor degree at UmU
Before submitting documents to the university, applicants take an English language exam. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score is 6.5. The TOEFL score is not lower than 90.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 90
- TOEFL PBT
- 575
Master's degree at UmU
In order to enroll at UmU for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 72. IELTS — 5.5 or higher.
- IELTS
- 5.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 72
- TOEFL PBT
- 530
UmU campus
The campus of UmU is suburban. Students live in a close-knit community and enjoy the benefits of the natural environment around them. However, they also have access to urban entertainment such as shopping malls, restaurants and cinemas. The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary literature. Thanks to international exchange programs at UmU, students can communicate with representatives of different countries and nationalities and thus expand their own horizons. And, the university contributes to this by regularly holding joint events for local and foreign students.
- Campus Type
- Suburban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
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. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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