In most cases, tuition fees can be refunded if you have not registered for your courses in Ladok.
If a refund is granted, an administrative fee of 5,000 SEK is deducted.
Applications for refunds must be made in writing using the refund application form on the Dalarna University website.
If a refund is granted:
- An administrative fee of 5,000 SEK is deducted from the refunded amount
- No interest is paid on refunded amounts
- Refunds are made in SEK. If you paid in another currency, the amount you receive may differ from the amount you originally paid due to exchange rate changes
A refund is normally granted if you have not registered for your courses in Ladok.
A refund is also granted if a course or programme is cancelled by Dalarna University. In this case, no administrative fee is charged.
A refund is not granted in the following cases:
- If you have registered and then decide not to continue your studies
- If you have been suspended or expelled due to disciplinary action
- If you have been granted leave from or deferment of your studies
- If you have provided misleading or false information to the university
- If your fee status changes after you have registered for a course
When is the deadline to apply for a refund?There is no set deadline to apply for a refund. However, you should apply as soon as possible. If you register for your course in Ladok, you are no longer eligible for a refund. |
Can I get a refund if I decide not to study?You can apply for a refund if you have not registered for your course in Ladok. If you have registered, a refund is not granted. |
Can I get a refund if my residence permit is denied?Yes. You can apply for a refund if you are unable to begin your studies. |
What do I need to submit when applying for a refund?You only need to submit the online refund application form. You do not need to provide documents explaining your reasons for requesting a refund. |
How much will be refunded?If a refund is granted, the tuition fee is refunded minus an administrative fee of 5,000 SEK. |
Where will the refund be sent?Refunds are made to the same account from which the payment was received. A refund to another account may only be approved in exceptional cases. |
How long does it take to receive a refund?Refund applications are normally processed within one month. After a decision has been made, it may take an additional 4–8 weeks for the refund to be transferred. |
Why is the refunded amount different from what was paid?Refunds are made in SEK. If you paid in another currency, the amount refunded may differ from what you originally paid due to exchange rate changes. |
What happens to admission if a refund is granted?Admission to studies is conditional on payment of tuition fees. If a refund is granted, the tuition fee is no longer considered paid and the conditions for admission are no longer fulfilled. |
Does requesting a refund affect a residence permit?If a refund is granted, the Swedish Migration Agency is informed that the tuition fee is no longer paid. This affects applications for a residence permit and may also affect an existing residence permit for studies. You should contact the Swedish Migration Agency to inform them of your change in study plans. |
Questions about paying tuition fees
If you have questions about tuition fees refunds, please contact: support@du.se