Högskolan i Halmstad
Halmstad University - For the Development of Organisations, Products and Quality of Life

Cost of living

Living in Sweden requires a fairly stable financial situation. The climate and the standard of living in the Nordic countries are quite different from many other parts of the world and we advice all foreign students to be well prepared for what is to come, to make sure that you get the best out of your time here in Halmstad.

The cost of living vary of course, depending on personal needs, but below you can find an estimate of what the minimal cost of living per month can be, for a student in Sweden:

Estimated cost of living

SEK/month
Food 2500
Accommodation 3000
Telephone, TV 450
Medical care, hygiene 200
Clothes, hobby, leisure 500
Course litterature 300
Total SEK 7300*

*Please note that to be able to get a residence permit, you need to enclose proof of access to no less than SEK 7300/month, with the application.
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Page last updated 2012-03-01
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