Language Requirement: None
Academic Standing by Program Start: Junior or Above
Location: Europe, Sweden
GPA: 3.0

Program Overview

 

Stockholm, a major city founded more than 700 years ago, combines old-world charm with the vibrant life of a modern European capital. Choose a core course from 11 academic programs and select from over 50 upper-level elective courses. All courses are taught in English. Areas of study include Gender and Sexuality, Economics, International Studies, Literature, Biomedicine, Neuroscience, Psychology, Public Health, Political Science, and Swedish Language and Culture. Courses are taught by Swedish and European faculty who are also practitioners in their fields, and courses include excursions and field trips in order to allow students to see the industry at work. These intellectually stimulating courses challenge students to examine issues from various perspectives as they debate, research, analyze, and reflect on contemporary topics and relevant issues.

Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, was built on 14 islands, connected by 57 bridges, earning the Swedish capital the nickname "Beauty on the Water." IT is the cultural, media, political, and economic center of Sweden with over 1.6 million inhabitants. Its rich history dates back to the 13th Century. Stockholm is home to many museums, universities, government offices, cathedrals, and a royal palace. 

Dates and Deadlines

Term Year Deadline Arrival Date Departure Date
Spring Semester 2026 10/01/2025 1/17/2026 5/14/2026
Summer II 2026 03/01/2026 6/22/2026 7/10/2026
Summer III 2026 03/01/2026 7/13/2026 8/1/2026
Fall Semester 2026 03/15/2026 8/15/2026 12/10/2026
Academic Year 2026-27 03/15/2026 8/15/2026 5/13/2027
Spring Semester 2027 10/01/2026 1/16/2027 5/13/2027

Instructions for Applying to the Program

Step 1: Dual Application Process
To apply, you must submit applications to both the DIS and GEO portals simultaneously.

  • DIS Application:
    • Complete the DIS application through the DIS Application Link. You will find their list of required application materials and instructions.
    • Please be aware that one of the required materials which we will complete on your behalf is the university. In order for GEO to complete that approval, you must have completed an application through the GEO portal.
  • GEO Portal Application:

Step 2: Application Review
When your required DIS application materials are submitted, DIS will review your application. 

Step 3: Admission and Deposit

  • Nomination and Institutional Approval:
    After your GEO application is reviewed, your GEO status changes to “Nominated” and Home Institutional Approval form(HIA) is submitted to DIS. Your DIS application is complete after the HIA is sent by your coordinator. It takes about two to three weeks to get an acceptance offer from DIS after the HIA is submitted.
  • Acceptance Offer and $500 deposit:
    If admitted, DIS will send an official acceptance email to you and your coordinator. This email confirms your eligibility to participate in the program and instruction to pay $500 deposit
  • Deadline to Confirm:
    You will have two weeks from the date of your acceptance email to confirm your place in the program. 

Step 4: Confirmation Process

  • Checklist Completion:
  • Log in to your DIS Portal and follow their instructions to confirm your place in the program, including the required Student Agreement form.
  • Your GEO status will change to “Acceptance confirmed” after completing required documents on both GEO and DIS portals.

Important Reminders

  • Ensure that both the DIS and GEO applications are completed by the stated deadlines.
  • Pay your $500 deposit to DIS within two weeks of receiving acceptance offer
  • Get your application in early for the best possibility of getting into your first core course. Please be aware that a number of DIS courses may fill before the deadline. It is advantageous for you to apply early and complete your application. 

 

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Academic Details

Courses are taught in English and designed for upper level undergraduates. Some DIS programs also admit graduate students. At DIS, you build your own curriculum. You pick a core course from among the various programs on offer, and, following that, you freely select any electives from among the extensive list of liberal arts and natural science courses as long as you meet individual course prerequisites and there are no scheduling conflicts.

Unique among European study abroad programs, DIS places significant emphasis on study tours as a fully integrated component of the academic program. Programs offered include Gender and Sexuality, Economics, International Studies, Literature, Biomedicine, Neuroscience, Psychology, Public Health, Political Science, and Swedish Language and Culture. Their lengthy list of electives include everything from Swedish Pop Music to Medical Ethics. A listing of all courses and syllabi can be found at the DIS Stockholm webpage.

Summer
During the summer, DIS in Stockholm offers three session. Their Summer I session overlaps with spring term, so UO students are not able to participate in that session. They are able to participate in Summer II (3 weeks long) and Summer III (4 weeks long) sessions. There are 80+ summer courses offered every summer in a variety of fields at both their Copenhagen and Stockholm locations, and you can mix and match. Visit DIS's Summer website for a full list of offerings. 

Note: DIS offers courses on the semester system. This means that 1 DIS credit = 1.5 UO quarter credits. Most classes at DIS are worth 3 semester credits, but some are worth 4-6 semester credits. A 3 credit DIS credits would be worth 5 UO credits. You are not able to exceed 18 credits. Talk to your academic advisor before selecting which courses you plan to take at DIS. Most students take 3 DIS classes in a semester.

Course Equivalencies

UO students: please refer to the UO Course Equivalency Process and the UO Office of the Registrar Course Equivalency Database.

Non-UO students: Actual credit awarded is determined by the relevant department at your university in consultation with the study abroad office. Check with your study abroad advisor for more information.

Housing Description

DIS guarantees housing to all students who request DIS-arranged housing. Students have several different options:

  • Swedish host family - Live with a Swedish family and immerse yourself in Swedish family life.
  • Studentboende - Live alongside local Swedish and fellow DIS students in a Studentboende, which are dorm-style residential buildings located throughout Stockholm.
  • DIS Living & Learning Community - Co-curricular housing experience that integrates a shared interest through the lens of exploring Stockholm or Sweidsh culture within your housing experience.
  • Residential Community - Live solely with other DIS students and enjoy your support network. 

Detailed information about the different housing options can be found on the DIS Summer Housing and Semester Housing webpages.

Budget and Price

DIS: Stockholm

2026 Spring Semester

Included in Program Costs: Tuition, Course-integrated study tours, Course materials and textbook rental, Local transportation pass, Group pick-up at airport on arrival day, Medical insurance, On-site orientation, Pre-departure orientation and on-site support.

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

 

Please note that DIS’s cancellation and deferral policy may differ from GEO’s policy. Visit DIS’s website for their cancellation policies and payment policies. 

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

IMPORTANT: The GEO Cancellation Policy is effective from the time a student agrees to pay their non-refundable program deposit or electronically signs the program commitment form, regardless of application or acceptance status. It is essential to read this policy before a potential cancellation takes place, to fully understand the withdrawal and cancellation penalties, and to understand what it means financially to commit to a study abroad program.

Students who cancel their participation must notify GEO in writing. Email is acceptable (geoinfo@uoregon.edu). Verbal notification to GEO or notification given to a non-UO campus study abroad office is not sufficient.

For full details, see the complete GEO Cancellation Policy.

2026 Fall Semester

Included in Program Costs: Tuition, Course-integrated study tours, Course materials and textbook rental, Local transportation pass, Group pick-up at airport on arrival day, Medical insurance, On-site orientation, Pre-departure orientation and on-site support.

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

 

Please note that DIS’s cancellation and deferral policy may differ from GEO’s policy. Visit DIS’s website for their cancellation policies and payment policies. 

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

IMPORTANT: The GEO Cancellation Policy is effective from the time a student agrees to pay their non-refundable program deposit or electronically signs the program commitment form, regardless of application or acceptance status. It is essential to read this policy before a potential cancellation takes place, to fully understand the withdrawal and cancellation penalties, and to understand what it means financially to commit to a study abroad program.

Students who cancel their participation must notify GEO in writing. Email is acceptable (geoinfo@uoregon.edu). Verbal notification to GEO or notification given to a non-UO campus study abroad office is not sufficient.

For full details, see the complete GEO Cancellation Policy.

2027 Spring Semester

Program Fees Paid to GEO
UO Study Abroad Fee ($1,000 per semester) $1,000
Estimated DIS Tuition $19,110
Estimated DIS Housing $7,730
Estimated DIS Residence Permit Fee* $155
Other Estimated Expenses
Estimated Airfare from Eugene to Stockholm $1,800
Estimated Additional Meals $2,500
Estimated Cell Phone Expenses $250
Estimated Travel Clinic & Pre-departure physical $50
Estimated Cost of acquiring passport $150
Estimated Additional Living Expenses $1,500
Total
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST OF PARTICIPATION (Program fees + estimated additional expenses) $34,245

Included in Program Costs: Tuition, Course-integrated study tours, Course materials and textbook rental, Local transportation pass, Group pick-up at airport on arrival day, Medical insurance, On-site orientation, Pre-departure orientation and on-site support.

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

 

Please note that DIS’s cancellation and deferral policy may differ from GEO’s policy. Visit DIS’s website for their cancellation policies and payment policies. 

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
Upon acceptance to program

Student agrees to $500 non-refundable program deposit
6 weeks before program start date

Student is responsible for 50% of total GEO program fees
6 weeks before program start date

Student is responsible for 50% of total GEO program fees
Program start date or after program begins

Student is responsible for 100% of total GEO program fees
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

IMPORTANT: The GEO Cancellation Policy is effective from the time a student agrees to pay their non-refundable program deposit or electronically signs the program commitment form, regardless of application or acceptance status. It is essential to read this policy before a potential cancellation takes place, to fully understand the withdrawal and cancellation penalties, and to understand what it means financially to commit to a study abroad program.

Students who cancel their participation must notify GEO in writing. Email is acceptable (geoinfo@uoregon.edu). Verbal notification to GEO or notification given to a non-UO campus study abroad office is not sufficient.

For full details, see the complete GEO Cancellation Policy.

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