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Linköping University

Information updated 27.08.2026

Overview

Linköping University (LiU) is a public research university in Sweden with major campuses in Linköping and Norrköping.

History

Linköping University was founded as Sweden’s sixth university in 1975, following earlier university-college activity in the region.

Linköping University became a university in 1975; its local higher-education predecessor activity began in 1967.

Programs

Programs cover engineering, computer science, medicine and health, natural sciences, business, education, humanities, social sciences and interdisciplinary fields.

Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees depend on the program, study level, residency or citizenship status, and academic year. Applicants should use the university’s official current tuition or cost-of-attendance page for the exact amount.

Admission

Admission requirements vary by program and applicant category. Applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for prerequisites, language requirements, documents and current deadlines.

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