Karolinska InstituteAdmission Requirements 2025
World's Leading Medical University - Nobel Prize Assembly, Top-Tier Medical Programs & Global Healthcare Excellence
Academic Requirements
Karolinska Institute admission standards for medical and biomedical programs
GPA & Swedish Grade Requirements
Swedish Grading Scale
US GPA Equivalent
Subject-Specific Requirements
Medical & Dental Programs
- Mathematics: Advanced level (Maths 4)
- Physics: Advanced level with laboratory
- Chemistry: Advanced level with laboratory
- Biology: Advanced level with laboratory
Biomedical Sciences
- Mathematics: Advanced level (Maths 3c or 4)
- Chemistry: Advanced level
- Biology: Advanced level
- English: Advanced level (English 6)
English Language Requirements
Required Minimum Scores
- IELTS Academic7.0 overall (6.5 each section)
- TOEFL iBT100 overall (22 each section)
- Cambridge EnglishC1 Advanced (185+)
- PTE Academic68+
Exemptions
- Native English speakers from specified countries
- Complete education in English (minimum 4 years)
- University degree taught entirely in English
- Swedish upper secondary English 6 grade
Nobel Prize-Level Programs
Karolinska Institute's world-renowned medical and biomedical education
Medical Programs
Medicine (6 years)
Global Top 10 medical education program
Dentistry (5 years)
Comprehensive dental medicine training
Biomedical Sciences
Research-focused biomedical education
Research Excellence
Neuroscience
Brain research and neurological disorders
Cancer Research
Oncology and therapeutic development
Public Health
Global health and epidemiology
Molecular Medicine
Precision medicine and genetics
Application Process & Deadlines
Complete guide to Karolinska Institute admission procedures
Critical Deadlines
Application Steps
- 1
Eligibility Check
Verify academic and subject requirements
- 2
Online Application
Submit through university admissions.se
- 3
Document Submission
Upload all certified academic documents
- 4
Additional Tests
MCAT/GAMSAT (for some programs)
- 5
Merit Ranking
Competitive selection based on grades
- 6
Interview
Selected candidates only (medicine/dentistry)
Required Documents
- Complete secondary school transcripts
- Official graduation certificate/diploma
- English language test results
- Valid passport or EU ID
- Personal statement/motivation letter
- CV with healthcare experience
- MCAT/GAMSAT scores (if applicable)
- Academic/professional references
International Grade Conversions
Convert your grades to Swedish equivalent for Karolinska Institute admission
| Country/System | Medical Programs | Biomedical Sciences | Swedish Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States (GPA) | 3.9+/4.0 | 3.7+/4.0 | 18.5-20/20 |
| United Kingdom (A-Levels) | A*A*A | AAA-AAB | 18.5-20/20 |
| International Baccalaureate | 40+ points | 37+ points | 18.5-20/20 |
| Germany (Abitur) | 1.0-1.2 | 1.5-1.8 | 18.5-20/20 |
| France (Baccalauréat) | 18+/20 | 16+/20 | 18.5-20/20 |
| Netherlands (VWO) | 8.5+/10 | 8.0+/10 | 18.5-20/20 |
| Canada (Provincial) | 95%+ | 90%+ | 18.5-20/20 |
| Nordic Countries | Highest grades | High grades | Same scale |
Important Notes:
- • Medical program admission is extremely competitive
- • Healthcare experience strongly recommended
- • Interview required for medicine and dentistry programs
- • Non-EU students pay tuition fees (SEK 320,000+/year)
Why Choose Karolinska Institute?
Experience Nobel Prize-level medical education and research
Nobel Prize Assembly
Selects Nobel Prize recipients in Medicine
Global Medical Leadership
QS World Ranking #6 in Medicine
Research Excellence
World-class medical research facilities
Clinical Integration
Direct access to Karolinska Hospital
International Network
Global partnerships and exchanges
Career Excellence
Outstanding medical career outcomes