Malmö University (Exchange Program)

Students have a unique opportunity to study at RIT exchange partner university, Malmö University in Malmö, Sweden. Malmö is considered one of the most inventive cities in the world and Malmö University is an active hub for research, education and innovation. As a partner university of RIT, students have the opportunity to study at Malmö University utilizing the resources Malmö has to offer while building relationships with local students. Located in the center of the city, the University has played an important role in the transformation of Malmö from an industrial town to a center of learning. Malmö University fosters a collaborative environment and promotes an entrepreneurial and innovative learning environment. Almost a third of students have an international background which creates a truly international study environment and is invaluable for students who are looking for a global career.

Over 24,000 students study at Malmö University, taking coursework in 100 different degree programs. Malmö is an ideal city for students with excellent public transportation, biking and walking. With the feel of a charming town and vibrant metropolitan city at the same time, Malmö is a coastal city with many parks, beaches and blend of modern architecture and picturesque buildings for students to enjoy and is close to both Copenhagen, Denmark (40 minutes by train) and mainland Europe.

Students gain a cross-cultural perspective while learning beside Swedish students. Coursework is available in both English and Swedish. Generally there are more offerings in Swedish, but English coursework is available in:

• Business
• Computing
• Criminal Justice
• Design
• Economics
• Humanities

Courses - Past courses students have taken include:

ENGL 375 Storytelling Across Media
HIST 104 Themes in European History
INTB 225 Global Business Environment
MGMT 489 Seminar in Management
PHYS 225 Intro Comp Physics & Prog
Courses that count towards RIT Artistic, Global or Social Perspectives

Malmo course descriptions/syllabi can be found here.

Application deadlines:

• Spring semester study abroad - September 15th
• Fall semester study abroad - March 31st

Program Cost & Financial Aid

Program Cost: Student budget worksheet (spring 2025 semester) - outlines all program costs

Financial Aid:
Financial aid may cover some program costs. As you review the budget worksheet, please remember that it does not include your RIT financial aid or scholarships which may cover some of the program costs. The purpose of the budget worksheet is to show all the costs associated with your study abroad program which will help your RIT Financial Aid Assistant Director determine how your aid and scholarships may be applied. 

To understand how your financial aid and scholarships may apply to your program costs:

• Make an appointment with your financial aid assistant director (call Financial Aid at 585-475-2186) and mention that you are calling for a study abroad appointment
• Upload a copy of your budget worksheet(s) via the Financial Aid upload portal at https://join.rit.edu/register/FA_upload (at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled meeting, so they have time to prepare) 
  • Please rename the file name of your budget worksheet before uploading it to the Financial Aid portal based on the instructions provided in the portal (adding your name and student ID)

To find out the name of your financial aid assistant director for your degree program visit: https://www.rit.edu/admissions/aid/contact#counseling-team

We recommend you meet with Financial Aid before the application deadline so you understand how your aid will apply. The RIT financial aid office is located in Bausch and Lomb Center (Bldg. 77), 2nd floor, 2125.

Scholarships:

• RIT Education Abroad Travel Grants ($500-$1,000)
  All students with pending applications in the RIT Study Abroad Compass for this program will be automatically considered for an RIT Education Abroad Travel Grant. You will be informed of your scholarship status shortly after the application deadline. Scholarships awarded based on financial need.

• Other scholarships: RIT Study Abroad Scholarships, National Study Abroad Scholarships

To Apply

1) Make an appointment to meet with the study abroad advisor for this program, Myles Chalue - choose date and time