Uppsala is the pre-eminent university town. Uppsala students live in a cultural setting with roots harking back several centuries and can experience student activities far beyond the ordinary. They live the traditional life of a student, both every day and on festive occasions–in student housing corridors and at student social clubs, called nations. Ball gowns and tie-and-tails elegance jostles with discos and pubs, and theater groups are just as self-evident as floor ball teams.

Student Life

Uppsala is the pre-eminent university town. Our 13 Student Nations are clubs dating back to the 17th century. The various nations arrange similar activities for their members. You can study, have lunch, dance, act, party, play music, listen to concerts or just socialize. Just like Uppsalas students have done centuries before you. Read more about Student Nations.

Housing

If you are an EU/EAA citizen or from Switzerland you must organise your own housing. As there is a shortage of student housing, you are strongly advised to apply for a room as soon as you are admitted to the University. Read more about Housing options.

What students say

One of the best ways of learning about life as a student in Uppsala is to join us on Facebook (new window) and participate in the conversation between current students, staff and alumni. On YouTube (new window) you will find many clips and longer movies about Uppsala and the university. A good starting point is our YouTube channel (new window).

The Student Unions

At Uppsala University, there are two student unions; Uppsala Student Union (Uppsala studentkår) and the Pharmaceutical Student Union (Farmacevtiska Studentkåren). The Student Unions are responsible for the welfare of the students by dealing with educational, financial, health care, housing and recreational matters, etc.