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- private
Official website
www.mdh.seSwedenQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Mälardalens University
Mälardalens University is a public university located in Västerås, Sweden. It was established in 1990 through the merger of several institutions, including the School of Engineering, the School of Business and Economics, and the School of Health Sciences. The university offers a wide range of programs in these fields, as well as in the humanities and social sciences. Mälardalens University is known for its strong focus on research and innovation, with a particular emphasis on sustainable development and digitalization. The university has a modern campus in Västerås, which includes state-of-the-art facilities for teaching and research.
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Outlook #100 · 2023QS World University Rankings #150 · 2023US News & World Report Best Global Universities #180 · 2023Times Higher Education World University Rankings #200 · 2023NIRF #5 · 2022Shanghai Ranking #120 · 2022
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseMid-Size Community
10/10
Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
6/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies by season
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
85% placement rate
Top Recruiters
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Student Life
12,000 students (3,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Location: Västerås, Sweden
Climate: Varies by season
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LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for Sweden: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake