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- Deadline
- Study application: 15 Jan 2027 · Scholarship application window: 10 Feb – 8 Mar 2027
- Funding
- Partially Funded
- Eligibility
- Not stated
- English test
- IELTS required
Project Overview
About the Scholarship
The Axel Adler Scholarship is the University of Gothenburg's main scholarship for fee-paying students: a tuition-fee waiver for admitted bachelor's and master's students from outside the EU/EEA. It is named after the university's first vice-chancellor and awarded on academic merit — you must first be admitted to a programme before the scholarship round opens.
| Opportunity | Axel Adler Scholarship (for fee-paying students) |
| Host | University of Gothenburg |
| Location | Gothenburg, Sweden |
| Study Level | Bachelor's, Master's |
| Funding | Partially Funded (tuition-fee waiver) |
| Stipend | Tuition-fee waiver for the whole programme; living costs are not covered |
| Application Deadline | Study application: 15 Jan 2027; scholarship window: 10 Feb – 8 Mar 2027 |
| Apply | Official scholarship page ↗ |
The Axel Adler Scholarship is the University of Gothenburg's main scholarship for fee-paying students: a tuition-fee waiver for admitted bachelor's and master's students from outside the EU/EEA. It is named after the university's first vice-chancellor and awarded on academic merit — you must first be admitted to a programme before the scholarship round opens.
Programme Highlights
- Tuition-fee waiver for the full duration of the admitted programme
- Two-step process: admission first (15 January 2027 deadline), scholarship second (10 February – 8 March 2027 window)
- Awarded on academic merit in the admission round — no separate essay in most years (confirm on the official page)
- Fee-paying students from any country outside the EU/EEA (and Switzerland) are eligible
Who Should Apply
Non-EU/EEA students admitted to a bachelor's or master's programme at the University of Gothenburg starting autumn 2027 who are required to pay tuition. Only applicants who made the 15 January study-application deadline on universityadmissions.se can enter the scholarship round.
Funding and Costs
The scholarship removes the tuition fee (typically SEK 100,000–160,000 per year at Gothenburg) but pays no living stipend — budget around SEK 10,000–12,000/month for housing and living costs, and check the Swedish Migration Agency's maintenance requirement for the residence permit.
Deadline and How to Apply
Apply to your programme on universityadmissions.se by 15 January 2027, pay any application fee, and then submit the Axel Adler scholarship application in the university's scholarship portal during the 10 February – 8 March 2027 window. Key deadline information: study application 15 January 2027; scholarship application 10 February – 8 March 2027.
Official Link
About University of Gothenburg
With roughly 37,000 students, the University of Gothenburg is one of Sweden's largest universities. The Axel Adler Scholarship is its principal tuition-fee waiver for fee-paying (non-EU/EEA) students admitted to bachelor's and master's programmes.
Official website: https://www.gu.se
Contact
Questions about this scholarship, eligibility or the application process should be raised through the contact channel given on the official scholarship page (see the Official Link section above). Always include your applicant ID or programme name so the admissions or scholarship team can route your enquiry quickly.
Important Notes
- Listing details were recorded from the official source at the time of publication; always confirm the latest requirements and deadlines on the official page before applying.
- Prepare the documents listed in the eligibility and application sections before starting the online form — transcripts, CV and references take the longest to collect.
- Deadlines shown in local time (CET/CEST) as published by the provider; convert to your own time zone before planning.
Application guides
Frequently asked questions
Drawn from this listing's own record. Always confirm the details on the official source before applying.
What is the deadline for Axel Adler Scholarship 2027 (University of Gothenburg, Sweden)?
The application deadline is 15 January 2027 (Study application: 15 Jan 2027 · Scholarship application window: 10 Feb – 8 Mar 2027). Applications received after that date are not considered, so treat it as a hard cut-off and leave time for references and transcripts. Closing time not specified — confirm with the provider before you leave it until the last day: the source gives neither a closing time nor a time zone.
How is Axel Adler Scholarship 2027 (University of Gothenburg, Sweden) funded?
This is a partially funded award: funding is listed as partial, so it covers only part of the cost rather than the whole programme. What is covered (fees, living costs or both) is not set out in the source — check the source for what it covers and price the remainder before you apply. Tuition-fee waiver for the duration of the programme (no living-cost stipend).
Who is eligible to apply for Axel Adler Scholarship 2027 (University of Gothenburg, Sweden)?
Eligibility is stated as See official criteria — always confirm the full criteria on the official source before you apply, including nationality, prior-degree and language rules. Applications are assessed by University of Gothenburg.
How do I apply for Axel Adler Scholarship 2027 (University of Gothenburg, Sweden)?
Applications for Axel Adler Scholarship 2027 (University of Gothenburg, Sweden) are submitted directly to University of Gothenburg through the provider's own application portal — use the Apply button on this page to open it. NextApply does not process applications or charge a fee.
Is an English proficiency test required for Axel Adler Scholarship 2027 (University of Gothenburg, Sweden)?
Yes — an English-language certificate is required for this listing. Check the exact band expected on the official source, since it can differ by programme. Requirements for Sweden are published by the provider.
What study level does Axel Adler Scholarship 2027 (University of Gothenburg, Sweden) offer?
This listing is offered at Undergraduate / Master's level. That describes the qualification on offer, not a credential you must already hold — check the provider's stated entry requirements before applying.
Hosted by
University of Gothenburg
With roughly 37,000 students, the University of Gothenburg is one of Sweden's largest universities. The Axel Adler Scholarship is its principal tuition-fee waiver for fee-paying (non-EU/EEA) students admitted to bachelor's and master's programmes.
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