Sophiahemmet University
Stockholm, Sweden
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Private non-profit
- Founded
- 1884
Overview
Sophiahemmet University is a specialist higher education institution in Stockholm, Sweden, founded in 1884. It focuses exclusively on nursing and health sciences, offering programmes at bachelor, master and doctoral level. Core programmes include the Nursing Programme, Midwifery Programme, and several Specialist Nursing Programmes. The university is campus-based in central Stockholm and emphasises evidence-based practice, clinical training and international perspectives.
Fields of study
- Nursing
- Midwifery
- Health Sciences
- Reproductive Health
- Palliative Care
- Emergency Care
- Cardiac Care
- Ambulance Care
- Dementia Care
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- 2026-08-17, 2027-01-25
- Application deadlines
- 2026-10-15
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- studievagledning@shh.se
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
SEK 193,900 – SEK 194,482 / year
From about $18,420 / year
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition fees apply only to applicants from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland. HT2026: SEK 193,900 excl. VAT per academic year; VT2027: SEK 194,482 excl. VAT per academic year. EU/EEA students pay no tuition fees.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.