1. Eligibility

First, you must have general eligibility:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
• For some programs, specific eligibility may be required, e.g., mathematics, science, or languages.
  
  
  Example: technical programs often require Mathematics 3/4.
  
  
  Language programs may require modern languages or English.
  
  
  

2. Find a program

• Go to Antagning.se – the official website for all universities and university colleges in Sweden.
  
• Search for:
  
  Programs (e.g., economics, medicine, engineering)
  
  Courses (e.g., mathematics A, programming)
  
• University/university college
  
  
  

3. Application

• Apply via Antagning.se.
  
• Time periods:
  
  Autumn semester (August–December): application opens mid-March, closes April 15.
  
  Spring semester (January–May): application opens in October, closes October 15.
  
  
  
• Documents needed:
  
  High school transcripts (final grades or preliminary grades)
  
  Any university aptitude test results
  
  Other certificates of specific eligibility
  
  
  

4. Selection methods

Swedish universities use different selection criteria:

1. Grades-based selection – based on high school grades.
   
   Points are calculated based on final grades and specific subjects.
   
   
2. University Aptitude Test selection – based on scores from the university aptitude test.
   
   The university aptitude test can increase your chances of admission.
   
   
3. Alternative selection – some programs use interviews, work experience, portfolios, or tests.
   

5. Admission

• After applying, you will receive a preliminary admission decision (May/January).
  
• You can accept/decline the offer via Antagning.se.
  
• Final admission takes place just before the start of the semester.
  

6. University Aptitude Test (Högskoleprovet)

• Optional test, held twice a year.
  
• Can be used to increase chances in highly competitive fields.
  
• Tests mathematics, logic, language, and reading comprehension.
  

7. Important tips

• Check eligibility in good time.
  
• Apply to several programs or courses – competition can be high.
  
• If you lack specific eligibility, you can take courses at Komvux (adult education) or distance learning.
  
• Keep track of application deadlines and university aptitude test dates.
  

1. What is a folk high school?

• Folk high schools offer adult education, often focusing on personal development, creativity, and specific subjects.
  
• You can take basic courses, upper secondary school courses, or specialized courses (e.g., music, art, journalism, languages, leadership).
  
• Folk high schools are run by municipalities, non-profit organizations, or religious communities, but most are tax-funded.
  

2. Who can apply?

• Typically, adults aged 18 and over.
  
• You do not need full upper secondary school grades to take certain courses.
  
• Some programs also target young people (16–19 years old) or new arrivals.
  

3. Find a folk high school

• Visit Studera.nu or the folk high schools' own websites.
  
• Examples of folk high schools:
  
  
  Sensus, Medborgarskolan, Vuxenskolan
  
  
  Learning Centers and art schools (e.g., Wendelsberg folk high school)
  
  
  4. Application
• 
  Applications are made directly via the school's website or using an application form sent to the school.
  
• Typically, you need to provide:
  
  Personal data and contact information
  
  
  Previous education and grades
  
  
  Which program or course you wish to study
  
  
  
• For some courses, you may be called for an interview or entrance exam.
  

5. Selection

• Selection can be done in various ways:
  
  
  First come, first served – those who apply first get a place.
  
  
  Interview or test – e.g., for art, music, or journalism.
  
  
  Grades and previous experience – some courses require basic education or work experience.
  
  
  

6. Study grants

• You can often receive CSN support (grants and loans) if the course is at study or upper secondary level.
  
• For some shorter courses, there is no CSN support.
  

7. Start and studies

• Folk high schools often have term starts in autumn (August-September) and spring (January).
  
• Courses can be full-time or part-time, sometimes remotely.
  
• The focus is on practical learning, discussions, and creativity, rather than just exams.