Rankings
How every major ranking places Stockholm University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2026):
Master's courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanities & languages | 19 | $9,050 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 17 | $10,074 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 15 | $14,078 | See → |
| Social sciences | 12 | $9,050 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 9 | $9,050 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 8 | $13,575 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 8 | $14,078 | See → |
| Business & management | 5 | $9,050 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 4 | $9,050 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 4 | $9,050 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 2 | $9,050 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 2 | $12,670 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 1 | $15,285 | See → |
| Psychology | 1 | $14,481 | See → |
Costs and entry
7 courses mention scholarships. 34 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Stockholm University
The job market for Stockholm University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Sweden.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at Stockholm University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $10,074 a year; half of Stockholm University's master's courses with a published fee cost between $9,050 and $14,078. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: medicine & clinical health courses are typically $15,285, humanities & languages $9,050.
How is Stockholm University ranked?
Stockholm University is ranked #167 by QS (2027), #231 by Times Higher Education (2027) and #127 by ARWU (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Social Policy & Administration (#30) and Environmental Sciences (#35).
What IELTS score does Stockholm University need for a master's course?
Most master's courses (90 of the 93 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5.
How many master's courses does Stockholm University offer?
107 master's courses across 14 fields; the largest are humanities & languages (19), environment, sustainability & agriculture (17) and natural sciences (15).
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Updated 21 October 2026. Courses and fees from Stockholm University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2027, Times Higher Education 2027, ARWU 2026, QS subject rankings 2026.