Welcome to new students

On this page you will find useful information as a new student. We are very much looking forward to welcoming you to Umeå University.

Find your welcome letter

Use the search function on the following page to find the course or programme you have been admitted to. There you will find a welcome letter with important information to know as a newly admitted student.

Find your welcome letter

Please note: Exchange students find their courses and welcome letters on this page:
Exchange Studies - Search courses

FAQ

Find answers to questions related to admission, housing, user account and other relevant issues.

Checklist

Follow this simple list of things to do to complete your enrolment at the university.

Student Guide

The International Student Guide includes practical information for your stay in Umeå.

Umu card

Multifunction card to access premises, borrow at the University library, and to copy and print.

Orientation for international students

Lectures and activities designed to help you become acquainted with Umeå and the university.

Finding accommodation

Housing options for international and exchange students.

Contact form

Your message is sent to Infocenter at Umeå University. They will pass your message on to the person concerned.

Describe your enquiry or ask a question

Email address

Please be aware that the University is a public authority and that what you write here can be included in an official document. Therefore, be careful if you are writing about sensitive or personal matters in this contact form. If you have such an enquiry, please call us instead. All data will be treated in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation.