Karolinska Institute for International Students

R E P O R T C A R D

Karolinska Institute

Stockholm

Sweden

Founded in 1810, the Karolinska Institute is a world-renowned medical university located in Sweden. It is renowned for its medical research and breakthroughs, particularly in the fields of neuroscience and cancer research. This international university stands out from other local Swedish universities because of its highly esteemed clinical research qualifications, its outstanding international medical education, and its uniquely structured graduate programs.

Overall Score:

54.86

We grade on a curve:

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

17345

Total Years to Degree

Total Tuition Cost ($)

52035

Location

Situated on fourteen islands at the south-central east coast of Sweden, Stockholm boasts a population of around two million people and is a vibrant and beautiful city that is easy to explore. It is home to the Arlanda Airport, Sweden’s largest airport, as well as train, bus, and ferry systems connecting the city with the rest of the country and abroad. One of the top sites to see in Stockholm is Gamla Stan, a 13th century old part of Stockholm with captivating cobblestone streets, antique churches, and unique shops.

Overall Scores

Academics

62.58

Happiness

79.1

Costs

22.9

Overall Grade

54.86

1. Academics

Rank:

49

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

9.9

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better).

Number of English Taught Programs:

1

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take.

Total Academic Score:

62.58

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

96.2

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

27

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

68.74

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad?

Total Happiness Score:

79.1

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

15.9

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living.

Rent Index Percentile:

23.2

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

52035

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

22.9

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

54.86

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C