Universities in Sweden

Linnéuniversitetet

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Overview

Linnéuniversitetet (Linnaeus University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Växjö, Kronoberg County, Sweden. This institution also has a branch campus in Kalmar. Founded in 1977, Linnéuniversitetet (LNU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet. LNU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 49-year-old Swedish higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply. LNU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Linnéuniversitetet's Control Typepublic

Entity

Linnéuniversitetet's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Linnéuniversitetet' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Linnéuniversitetet's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) Linnaeus University
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym LNU
Founded 1977
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Location

Address Universitetsplatsen 1, 352 52
Växjö
351 95 Kronoberg County
Sweden
Linnéuniversitetet's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Linnéuniversitetet Phone Number (772) 28 80 00
Linnéuniversitetet Fax Number (480) 44 60 32
Other locations Kalmar

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Linnaeus University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Linnéuniversitetet is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Utbildningsdepartementet

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2010


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Linnéuniversitetet's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Swedish Higher Education Authority (SHEA)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Linnéuniversitetet as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Linnéuniversitetet Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Linnéuniversitetet is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Linnéuniversitetet's academic range and degree level offering.



Linnéuniversitetet: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Linnéuniversitetet Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Linnéuniversitetet Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Linnéuniversitetet categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Linnéuniversitetet.



Linnéuniversitetet: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Linnéuniversitetet Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Linnéuniversitetet website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Linnéuniversitetet Admission Info


Linnéuniversitetet's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Linnéuniversitetet is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Linnéuniversitetet's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Linnéuniversitetet has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Linnéuniversitetet 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Linnéuniversitetet's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Linnéuniversitetet's Admission Office Admission Office

Linnaeus University, Admissions Office
Växjö 351 95



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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Linnéuniversitetet's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Linnéuniversitetet Size and Profile


Linnéuniversitetet's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Linnéuniversitetet has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Linnéuniversitetet's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Linnéuniversitetet's academic staff ranges from 900 to 999 members.


Linnéuniversitetet's Control Type Control Type

Linnéuniversitetet is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Linnéuniversitetet's Entity Type Entity Type

Linnéuniversitetet is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Linnéuniversitetet's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Linnéuniversitetet's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Linnéuniversitetet's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Linnéuniversitetet adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Linnéuniversitetet's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Linnéuniversitetet is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Linnéuniversitetet Facilities


Linnéuniversitetet's Library University Library

Yes Visit Linnéuniversitetet's Library


Linnéuniversitetet's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Linnéuniversitetet's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Linnéuniversitetet's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Linnéuniversitetet Services


Linnéuniversitetet's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Linnéuniversitetet's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Linnéuniversitetet's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Linnéuniversitetet's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Linnéuniversitetet's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Linnéuniversitetet Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Linnéuniversitetet consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Health, Social Work and Behavioral Sciences
  • Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Business, Economics and Design
  • Faculty of Science and Engineering
  • Board of Education Science

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Memberships and Affiliations

Linnéuniversitetet Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Linnéuniversitetet's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linnéuniversitetet public or private?

Linnéuniversitetet is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Linnéuniversitetet profit or non-profit?

Linnéuniversitetet is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Linnéuniversitetet in terms of enrollment?

Linnéuniversitetet has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Linnéuniversitetet in terms of academic staff?

Linnéuniversitetet's academic staff ranges from 900 to 999 members.

Is Linnéuniversitetet a coeducational institution?

Linnéuniversitetet is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Linnéuniversitetet use?

Linnéuniversitetet adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Linnéuniversitetet affiliated with?

None.

Does Linnéuniversitetet admit international students?

Yes.

What is Linnéuniversitetet's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Linnéuniversitetet 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Linnéuniversitetet LNU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Linnéuniversitetet LNU located?

Linnéuniversitetet is located in Växjö, Kronoberg County, Sweden. Address: Universitetsplatsen 1, 352 52.

Is Linnéuniversitetet LNU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Linnéuniversitetet is accredited by Utbildningsdepartementet (since 2010).

Does Linnéuniversitetet offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Linnéuniversitetet offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Linnéuniversitetet have a university library?

Yes

Does Linnéuniversitetet provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Linnéuniversitetet have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Linnéuniversitetet offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Linnéuniversitetet offer career services?

Not reported

Does Linnéuniversitetet offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Linnéuniversitetet have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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