Umeå University English Requirements
Sweden
Umeå University is a comprehensive public university located in Umeå, northern Sweden. Founded in 1965, it is one of Sweden's largest higher education institutions with approximately 38,000 students and 4,600 staff, offering a diverse range of programmes and research across all disciplinary domains.
Quick answer
Umeå University accepts Cambridge English, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, and TOEFL iBT for international admission. Undergraduate applicants typically need TOEFL iBT 4.5 (1–6) and IELTS Academic 6.5.
Undergraduate requirements
The university-wide standard for first-year international applicants.
| Duolingo English Test | Unknown | |
| TOEFL iBT | 4.51–6≈86+0–120 | |
| TOEFL iBT | 900–120≈4.51–6 | W 20 |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | |
| PTE Academic | 62 | W 61 |
| Cambridge English | 180 |
Graduate requirements
The university-wide standard for graduate and postgraduate international applicants. Individual programs may require higher scores.
| Duolingo English Test | Unknown | |
| TOEFL iBT | 4.51–6≈86+0–120 | |
| TOEFL iBT | 900–120≈4.51–6 | W 20 |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | |
| PTE Academic | 62 | W 61 |
| Cambridge English | 180 |
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Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL iBT score do I need for Umeå University?+
Undergraduate admission to Umeå University requires TOEFL iBT 4.5 (1–6) or higher. Graduate programs may require more, depending on the program.
What IELTS Academic score do I need for Umeå University?+
Undergraduate admission to Umeå University requires IELTS Academic 6.5 or higher. Graduate programs may require more, depending on the program.
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