Congratulations on your admission to KTH! Exciting times await you, and we look forward to meeting you on campus. It's now time to start preparing your move to Stockholm. To help you out, we've created a checklist with the most important steps to take. Join our webinars to get support with each step and chat with KTH staff.
Checklist for new degree programme students
1. Find out your admissions result
Your admission result is published to your account at
University Admissions
on 26 March. Here is an explanation of the different results.
If you are not a citizen of an EU/EEA country, you need to apply for a residence permit. Please note that you must have paid the first instalment of the tuition fee before applying for a residence permit.
The start of the semester kicks off with the school introduction meetings where you will meet your academic contacts and get introduced to your school.
6. Register and begin your studies
In connection to the start of your studies, you have to register for your courses.
KTH collects emergency contact information from all newly admitted international students. This is done so that we can contact someone close to you in case of an emergency.
Moving to a new country is a big step, and we at KTH are here to make the transition easier. Please read our guide to living and studying in Sweden and learn more about the insurances you need, how to find accommodation and how to apply for our language courses. We also offer webinars and events to guide you through the important steps on your journey to KTH.
It's time for you to start looking for a place to stay. Some student groups are guaranteed housing through KTH Housing, while others need to find housing on their own.
Access student discounts through a digital student discount card from the company Mecenat. This card will automatically be ordered for you once you have registered for your courses
When you eventually write an exam, you have to register for the exam. Otherwise, you will not be able to attend. Find out how to register and at what dates.
Stockholm Student Health Services complements the public healthcare that is available to residents of Sweden. As a KTH student, you are welcome to contact us if you have health-related issues. You can get individual support or join group workshops.
KTH offers you study and career counselling to help you develop effective study strategies and to make informed choices in your study situation. Contact your master coordinator or study counsellor if you need guidance in your study situation.
Students with documented, permanent disabilities can get compensatory support in their studies at KTH. What support you can get is an individual assessment and depends on what disability you have. Find out what support you can get and how to apply.
We understand that you might have a lot of questions regarding your upcoming studies. Do not hesitate to contact us, we are here to help. KTH can help you get answers to your questions about KTH and your move to Sweden. You can email us at
info@kth.se
, call us at +46 8-790 80 00 or visit us if you are already on campus.
Contact your programme coordinator or study counsellor if you have any questions about your programme.
