Scholarships

Uppsala Student Union has a long tradition of awarding scholarships. On this page we collect all scholarships relevant to students in Uppsala, our own scholarships and those of other actors.

If you cannot apply on their website, follow these steps:
1. Click on the scholarship to get to the form
2. Copy the form
3. Fill in the form
4. Send the form to stipendium@uskar.se or leave it at the reception at the student union building

Martin Scholarship

Nominate the person for the Martin Scholarship - if your candidate wins, you as the nominee will receive 10,000 SEK and your candidate will receive 30,000 SEK!

The winner will also receive:
‍Mentorship
and coaching from five leading entrepreneurs and sales managers
Access to valuable networks and relationships that open doors for the future
Access to exclusive opportunities

Medisera Scholarship 2026 – Uppsala University

Medisera is offering a scholarship of SEK 5,000 in 2026 for continuing education, development work, or research in health aimed at counteracting this trend.

The scholarship can be applied for:
Scientific and/or clinical continuing education/training
Costs related to development work
Costs related to research

The deadline for applications is July 31, 2026.

Educational Award

Uppsala University awards teaching prizes for outstanding achievements in undergraduate and advanced level education. Five prizes, each worth SEK 20,000, are awarded annually in November.

Four of the awards are aimed at teachers in the following areas:
Theology, humanities, and educational sciences
Law and social sciences
Medicine and pharmacy
Mathematics, natural sciences, and technology

The fifth award is aimed at educational efforts in a specific priority area for that year and is called the free award. In 2026, the priority area is "Examination that promotes student learning."

See the link for more information, including criteria for the 2026 Free Prize.

The Tenants' Association's essay scholarship

Every year, the Swedish Union of Tenants announces a scholarship of up to SEK 25,000 for bachelor's or master's theses that address relevant housing policy issues. The prize is awarded each fall, and the thesis must have been approved between September 1 of the previous year and August 31 of the current year.

With this scholarship, the Swedish Union of Tenants wants to reward outstanding theses in fields such as social sciences, economics, and law, thereby contributing to a greater understanding of issues relating to the housing market and promoting lively discussion.

Read more via the link and apply by September 15!

Jonas Samzelii Memorial Scholarship

One or more scholarships for members of Uppsala Student Union have made a valuable contribution to Uppsala Student Union otherwise benefited its members.

Every member of Uppsala Student Union the right to nominate one candidate. Scholarships cannot be applied for; candidates must be nominated by a member of Uppsala Student Union. Preference is given to those who are not already receiving remuneration.

The deadline for nominations is March 16.

Scholarship for thesis printing

One or more scholarships for doctoral students at Uppsala University who need help with publishing their thesis. A quote for printing must be attached. Preference will be given to members in need of financial support.

The deadline for applications is March 16.

The Stranensky Siblings Scholarship

A scholarship for students at Uppsala University who are in genuine need of financial support and who lead a moral and sober life. Please note! A confidential self-declaration must be attached to the application; a template is available below.

The deadline for applications is March 16.

Self-declaration

Fill in the application form for the Stranensky siblings' scholarship.

Ellen Wedelin Housing Scholarship

The scholarship consists of accommodation at Bäverns gränd 2, which is managed by Uppsala Student Union rents it out to the scholarship recipient. The scholarship recipient's accommodation is paid for during the remainder of their . To be eligible for the scholarship, you need to be a responsible student who's a member of Uppsala Student Union, accepted into the medical program, and have completed the first 80 credits of this program. Also, you need to be in need of a cheaper apartment.

The apartment can't be rented to anyone named Gyllenswärd.

If siblings are studying in Uppsala at the same time, they are free to apply for the apartment together, provided that one of them meets the requirements in § 2, first paragraph.

Email stipendium@uskar.se to apply for the scholarship, including your name, personal identification number, registration certificate, and transcript.