NEWS Do you dream of studying in a new environment, discovering another part of Europe and developing both academically and personally? Now you can apply for exchange studies for the autumn or spring semester 2026/2027 through Umeå University's university-wide agreement – open to all students, regardless of what you are studying. Applications are open until 1 March.
Now is the time for you, as a student at Umeå University, to apply for exchange studies in Europe for the academic year 2026/2027. Applications for university-wide places are open until 1 March, and these places are open to students from all programmes at the university.
In addition to the university-wide places, there may also be other exchange opportunities through your department or faculty.
Most exchange places within Europe offer the opportunity to apply for a scholarship in addition to student finance from CSN. The most common is the Erasmus scholarship, which applies to the majority of exchanges within the EU. The scholarship can help you cover additional costs such as travel and accommodation. If you have a disability, there may be additional financial support available.
Keele University in the United Kingdom.
ImageLovisa GavelinLovisa Gavelin did her exchange at Keele University in England – the first time she had lived far away from her family.
“It was both nerve-wracking and exciting – but above all, one of the best decisions I ever made.”
She describes how she quickly came to love the environment at Keele University, which is close to nature with grazing cows and sheep around the campus, a sparkling pond and long walking trails.
“I’ve always seen myself as a city girl, but I loved the peace and quiet. It allowed me to focus more on my studies.”
And the social life?
“I was a little nervous about meeting new people, but it went much faster than I thought
Lovisa Gavelin in front of Freshers Gate at Keele University.
ImageLovisa GavelinWhen Lovisa is asked what advice she would give to students considering studying abroad, she doesn't hesitate for a second:
‘Do it! It's the best thing I've ever done in my life. I didn't realise how much it would help me grow until afterwards. I learned so much about myself and my study techniques.’
The university-wide exchange places in Europe are available within several different networks and programmes, including:
For the first time, you can now also apply for an exchange to one of the eight partner universities within the EC2U university alliance, which Umeå University joined last year. You can apply to:
Illustrative map of Europe that shows participating countries in the EC2U Alliance.
ImageEC2UThe International Office offers two drop-in sessions during lunchtime, where you can ask questions and get support with your application.
Take the opportunity! Get to know a new country and its culture and make friends for life. Challenge yourself and gain invaluable knowledge and experience.
To see which exchange destinations you can apply to 2026/2027 (university-wide):
1) Go to Solemove. (Opens in a new browser window).
2) Choose ’Umeå University’ as ’Your home unit’.
3) Click the errow next to ’Advanced search’.
4) Under ’Application Period’, choose ’University wide exchange agreements within Europe and Nordlys Academic Year 2026-2027 01.02.2026-01.03.2026’.
4) Click on "search" to see available universities.
