Erna Gruppen International Programme Scholarship
One annual tuition reduction of 100,000 SEK for an outstanding non-EU/EEA student admitted to a programme at Karlstad University (Sweden), with preference for media and business fields.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Sweden
Funding
100,000 SEK tuition reduction. Does not cover living expenses.
Eligible applicants
Non-EU/EEA citizens; admitted to a Karlstad programme; outstanding academic record; preference for media/business fields; 1 award/year
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Overview
Erna Gruppen International Programme Scholarship is offered by Karlstad University for Master’s study in Sweden. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- University admissionMust have received an offer of admission to an eligible programme at Karlstad University before applying
- Karlstad scholarship application formRequired
- Admissions offer from Karlstad UniversityRequired
- Academic transcriptsRequired
What this scholarship covers
100,000 SEK tuition reduction
Included
100,000 SEK tuition reduction. Does not cover living expenses. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: Eligible fee-paying international students.
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordCompetitive
- Outstanding academic record required for selection
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Fields
- Media · Business · Other Karlstad programmes
- Countries
- Sweden
Official eligibility summary
Open to: Non-EU/EEA citizens; admitted to a Karlstad programme; outstanding academic record; preference for media/business fields; 1 award/year. Karlstad University also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
Applicant profile
- Non-EU/EEA citizens; admitted to a Karlstad programme; outstanding academic record; preference for media/business fields; 1 award/year
Study route
- Master’s study in Sweden
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to: Non-EU/EEA citizens; admitted to a Karlstad programme; outstanding academic record; preference for media/business fields; 1 award/year. Karlstad University also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Motivation letter (preferably media/business connection)
How to apply
- 1
Apply for admission to a Karlstad University programme via universityadmissions.se
- 2
Apply for the Erna Gruppen Scholarship at kau.se during the January–February scholarship window
Application timeline
Application cycle
2027 round: January–February 2027 (expected). Check kau.se for exact dates and eligible programmes.
The listed deadline is February 15, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Karlstad University
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is February 15, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.