Karolinska Institutet IELTS requirements
Undergraduate
Not listed. Ask the university.
Postgraduate
6.5Overall
Each band at least 5.5
- Listening5.5
- Reading5.5
- Writing5.5
- Speaking5.5
Note: Swedish national 'English 6' level: IELTS 6.5 (no section below 5.5), TOEFL 90; some programmes require English 7 (7.0/6.0)
How far are you?
Pick your band to compare it with Karolinska Institutet's requirement.
You need 6.5 for Karolinska Institutet.
TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE minimums
| Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | Not stated | 90 |
| Duolingo English Test | Not stated | Not stated |
| PTE Academic | Not stated | Not stated |
Before you apply
Almost every university accepts an IELTS result for two years from the test date. If you're not sure about Karolinska Institutet, check its admissions page before you book.
Karolinska Institutet says it accepts IELTS Online.
If your score is a little below the requirement, many universities offer a pre-sessional English course. Ask the admissions office whether Karolinska Institutet does.
Similar universities
In Sweden, with a similar IELTS requirement.
Chalmers University of Technology
Gothenburg, SwedenUG6.5min 5.5 eachPG6.5min 5.5 eachJönköping University
Jönköping, SwedenUG6.5min 5.5 eachPG6.5min 5.5 eachKTH Royal Institute of Technology
Stockholm, SwedenUG6.5min 5.5 eachPG6.5min 5.5 eachLinköping University
Linköping, SwedenUG6.5min 5.5 eachPG6.5min 5.5 eachLinnaeus University
Växjö, SwedenUG6.5min 5.5 eachPG6.5min 5.5 eachLuleå University of Technology
Luleå, SwedenUG6.5min 5.5 eachPG6.5min 5.5 each
Where this figure comes from
We read this figure on Karolinska Institutet's own admissions page. Last checked: October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score do I need for a master's at Karolinska Institutet?
Karolinska Institutet asks for IELTS 6.5 overall for postgraduate study, with no band below 5.5. Some programmes ask for more, so check the course page.
Does Karolinska Institutet accept the Duolingo English Test?
We found no Duolingo minimum for Karolinska Institutet. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
Does Karolinska Institutet accept PTE Academic?
We found no PTE Academic minimum for Karolinska Institutet. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
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