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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 university is ranked number 456 in QS World University Rankings 2025. The educational institution is in the top-350 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.
UmU offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs in different fields of study.
Location
Umea, Sweden
Establishment year
1965
Students
17,373
International students
1,911
Female students
60%
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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 5,007 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.
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
Doctorate degree at UmU
If you are applying for a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — TOEFL. TOEFL — 90.
TOEFL iBT
90
UmU campus
The campus of the educational institution is suburban. The advantages of such a location include the ability to quickly get to the city, access to various types of recreation (in nature and in the city) and a close-knit student community. During the period of study, students can use the university library, where they can do homework and write scientific papers. Not only locals study at UmU, but also students from other countries. This is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the culture of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
Students can stay in Sweden for a year after graduation to find a job and change their student visa to a work visa. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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