KTH Royal Institute Scholarship 2026: 100% Tuition Waiver for Master’s in Sweden (Apply by Jan 15)

The KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm has opened applications for its prestigious KTH Scholarship 2026. This is a highly competitive award designed for outstanding international students applying for a Master’s program at Sweden’s leading technical university.

The scholarship covers 100% of the tuition fees for a one- or two-year Master’s program. It is strictly merit-based and focuses on academic excellence and your potential contribution to sustainable development. The application window is short, closing on 15 January 2026, so you must act fast.

Scholarship Overview & Key Details

What Does the Scholarship Cover?

The KTH Scholarship is designed to remove the burden of tuition fees for high-achieving students. Tuition Fee: Covers the full tuition cost for the first and second year of the Master’s program. Note: This scholarship does not cover living expenses or accommodation. You will need to demonstrate funds for your daily life in Sweden separately.

Eligibility Criteria

This scholarship is not open to everyone. To be considered, you must meet these specific conditions:

• Fee-Paying Status: You must be an international student required to pay tuition fees (non-EU/EEA/EFTA citizens).
• First Priority: You must have applied for a Master’s program at KTH as your first priority on UniversityAdmissions.se.
• Admission: You must meet the entry requirements for the program you applied to.
• Exclusions: This scholarship is not available for joint Erasmus+, EIT Digital, EIT InnoEnergy, or EIT Urban Mobility programs (these often have their own funding).

Selection Criteria: How are Winners Chosen?

The selection process runs parallel to the admissions process. Candidates are ranked based on:

1. Academic Excellence: Your GPA and grades from your bachelor’s degree.
2. University Ranking: The global ranking of the university where you completed your undergrad.
3. Motivation & Sustainable Development: A crucial part of the application is explaining how you will contribute to sustainable development goals (SDGs) with a Master’s degree from KTH.

How to Apply (2-Step Process)

You cannot apply for the scholarship without applying for the course first. Follow this order strictly:

Step 1: Apply for the Program (By Jan 15) Go to UniversityAdmissions.se and apply for a KTH Master’s program. Ensure KTH is ranked as your #1 priority. Pay the application fee.

Step 2: Apply for the Scholarship (Dec 1 – Jan 15) Once you have your application number from Step 1, visit the KTH official website and complete the separate scholarship application form. You do not need to upload extra documents (transcripts/CV) as KTH will access the ones you submitted in Step 1.

Official Application Link: Click Here to Apply for KTH Scholarship