Exchange studies

Exchange studies are perfect for those students who wish to explore the world during their studies. On this page, you will find what options there are for studying abroad and how to apply.

Students at Stockholm University can apply for studying abroad for a shorter or longer period of time.

What is exchange studies?

A student exchange means that two universities exchange students between them, thus you are not required to pay any tuition fees for your studies. You are able to apply for either one or two semesters, for a summer course, or for a short mobility period including a virtual component (BIP).

There is a possibility to receive a scholarship if you conduct your exchange studies within the programmes Erasmus+, Nordplus, or north2north.

Stockholm University offers student exchanges on two different levels, departmental level and central/university-wide level. Please note that the application processes differ between the two.

The Student services regularily offers information sessions about studying abroad, and you can ask all your questions during the digital drop in. We are also available on campus and through online meetings during the application period:

Information sessions and digital drop in

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Departmental agreements and networks

Many departments at Stockholm University have their own exchange agreements with universities around the world. These agreements are usually subject specific and aimed at students studying at the specific department.

Exchange studies through departmental agreements and networks

Scholarship programmes on a departmental level:
Erasmus+, with a scholarship
Nordplus, with a scholarship

Central (university-wide) agreements and networks

The following exchange programmes, agreements and networks are administrated on a central level:

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Agreements/networks	Geographical area for exchange studies	Scholarship?
Bilateral agreements	Exchange studies outside of Europe	Exchange studies without a scholarship
CIVIS Erasmus+	Exchange studies within Europe CIVIS - Exchange studies	Exchange studies with a scholarship
Nordlys Erasmus+	Exchange studies within the Nordic countries Nordlys Erasmus+	Exchange studies with a scholarship
north2north	Exchange studies at universities and colleges around the Arctic Circle north2north	Exchange studies with possibility for a scholarship
CIVIS-courses	Exchange studies at partner universities within the CIVIS alliance, short term courses CIVIS courses	Exchange studies with a scholarship

Find the partner universities on a central level in our agreement portal:

Agreement portal

Practical information

Admission requirements for exchange studies

Departmental agreements

The departmental admission requirements vary between departments. Please contact the international coordinator at your department for more information.

Departmental coordinators at Stockholm University

Central agreements

The central agreement is non-departmental specific and can be applied to by any student at Stockholm University. In order to participate you must meet the admissions requirements.

Please note that some subjects are not included in the central agreement at each partner university. For more information about this, see the agreement database and in the details for each call for application.

See more about the admission requirements and selection criteria for the central (university-wide) agreements and networks:

Admission requirements

Selection criteria

Exchange Students with a disability

If you are currently receiving disability support at Stockholm University, you may also receive this during your exchange.

If you believe you will need support during your exchange, consider:

Contacting the exchange coordinator at you department about opportunities available to you.
Should specific information be required, the exchange coordinator will contact the partner university of your exchange to find out what opportunities they offer.
For documentation confirming recommendations of your needed support, contact the Disability Services.

Financial support through Erasmus

Students participating in an Erasmus exchange with permanent or long-term disabilities, including disabilities caused by physical or psychological illness or have additional costs due to the disability can apply for extra funding.

Checklist for students with a disability going on an exchange

Additional funding for students with disabilities

Costs and funding

Exchange studies means that you pay no tuition fee at the partner university for your studies there. If you are a fee-paying student at SU you’ll keep paying for your studies to SU during the exchange period. However, exchange studies always come with additional costs, compared to your studies at SU.

NOTE, if you are a fee-paying student at SU it is crucial that you come back from your exchange with the equivalent number of credits, that is 30 ECTS = one semester of full time studies.

Examples of additional costs linked to your exchange (not a complete list, only examples):

Travels to/from your destination.
VISA fees (vary depending on destination).
Some partner universities requires that you purchase a local insurance.
Some partner universities requires that you purchase a so called “meal plan”, meals from campus canteens.
Some partner universities requires that you live on campus, at designated dormitories.
Some partner universities charges a (usually smaller) administration/registration fee.

As an exchange student, you can apply for student finance from CSN. You may also apply to have the loan increased to cover travel expenses.

CSN student abroad finance

Additionally, all students on an Erasmus+ exchange are granted a scholarship. You can apply for the scholarship only when the partner university has accepted your application.

How and when to apply for the Erasmus+ scholarship

If your application has been accepted

Below you will find useful information if your application for exchange studies has been accepted.

Practical information about exchange studies

Contact

Exchange studies abroad

Last updated: 2026-04-13

Source: Student Services