The Axel Adler Scholarship is a full tuition fee waiver awarded to international students admitted to campus-based Bachelor’s or Master’s programs at the University of Gothenburg (GU). It is funded by the Adlerbertska Scholarship Foundation, Adlerbertska Grant Foundation, and the Swedish Council for Higher Education (UHR). The scholarship aims to recognize students with strong academic merits and motivation relative to their chosen study program.
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Axel Adler Scholarship Summary
| Host Country | Sweden |
| Host University | University of Gothenburg |
| Ranking | #202 in QS World University Rankings 2026 |
| Eligible Nationalities | All |
| Degree Level | Bachelor’s and Master’s |
| Scholarship Duration | 1 to 3 Years |
| Deadlines | Bachelor’s applicants: 14 April 2026 Master’s applicants: 8 April 2026 |
Benefits of the Scholarship
- Covers full tuition fees for the entire program.
- Allows students to study at GU without paying tuition.
- Scholarship does not cover living costs, accommodation, or travel; students must arrange these separately.
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Eligibility Requirements
To apply for the Axel Adler Scholarship 2026, you must:
- Be a fee-paying international student (non-EU/EEA).
- Apply for a campus-based international Bachelor’s or Master’s program at GU, marking it as your first priority.
- Submit your study application by 15 January 2026 and pay the application fee and document eligibility by 2 February 2026 via universityadmissions.se.
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Selection Process
- Eligible applications are evaluated by academic staff.
- Assessment is based on:
- CV (academic and professional achievements)
- Letter of Motivation (highlighting your merits and alignment with the program)
- Academic qualifications may also be considered.
- One scholarship per program is awarded (Artistic Faculty: four scholarships for all programs).
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Required Documents
- CV: Outline your academic, extracurricular, and professional achievements.
- Letter of Motivation: Explain your interest in the program, academic strengths, and why you deserve the scholarship.
No additional attachments are allowed. All information must be in the CV and Motivation Letter.
How to Apply
- Apply to your chosen program at GU via universityadmissions.se as your first priority.
- Around 10 February 2026, eligible students will receive an email invitation to apply for the Axel Adler Scholarship.
- Submit your CV and Letter of Motivation through the scholarship application system.
- Wait for the results:
- Master’s applicants: 8 April 2026
- Bachelor’s applicants: 14 April 2026
