Stockholm University - SU vs Uppsala University vs Umea University - UMU vs Malardalen University vs Dalarna University

Side-by-side comparison from 79 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Hyper Island (5.00)
Stockholm University - SU: wins 1/6 categories
Uppsala University: wins 0/6 categories
Umea University - UMU: wins 1/6 categories
Malardalen University: wins 0/6 categories
Dalarna University: wins 0/6 categories
Stockholm School of Economics - SSE: wins 0/6 categories
Hyper Island: wins 4/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Accounting
Uppsala, Sweden
4.00
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43 reviews
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Best programme: Biology
Best programme: Life Science
Best programme: Civil Engineering
Stockholm, Sweden
5.00
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2 reviews
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Best programme: Digital Management
Category ratings
Facilities
4.15
4.10
4.00
4.75
2.00
Not rated
5.00
Win
Location
3.77
3.66
3.00
4.00
2.00
Not rated
5.00
Win
Professors
4.24
Win
4.15
4.00
3.83
3.00
Not rated
4.00
Internationality
4.04
4.00
5.00
Win
4.25
2.00
Not rated
4.50
Student life
4.00
4.08
4.00
3.63
3.00
Not rated
5.00
Win
Value
4.16
3.98
4.00
4.00
3.00
Not rated
5.00
Win
Accommodation
3.85
3.68
2.00
4.50
3.00
Not rated
4.50
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Inspiring and knowledgeable professors
  • +Engaging and flexible course content
  • +Supportive campus environment
  • +High-quality education and research-driven learning
  • +Friendly and knowledgeable academic and non-academic staff
  • +Practical, real-life learning experiences and student-centered guidance
  • +Welcoming international community
  • +Positive professor interactions
  • +Well-structured campus environment
  • +Welcoming atmosphere and helpful, caring staff
  • +Flexible course options and manageable academic rigor

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  • +Hands-on, immersive, and creative learning with freedom to shape studies.
  • +Direct industry insights and practical application from experienced professionals.
  • +Strong focus on building relationships with driven, like-minded peers.
Cons
  • -Poor administrative and management responsiveness to student issues.
  • -Lack of adequate support for academic and personal conflicts.
  • -Negative peer attitudes and lack of collaboration hinder learning.
  • -Disappointing program quality and instructor approach.
  • -Student disinterest and sabotage of work.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from instructors is a problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are common complaints.
  • -Course content and teaching quality are often perceived as subpar.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a problem.
  • -Course content and teaching quality often fall short of expectations.
Rating summary
What students say

Perceived strengths of this institution lie with its professors, receiving a strong rating of 4.24. Value and facilities also scored well, both above 4.1. Conversely, the location was the least favorably rated category at 3.77. Student life and accommodation are rated at a solid 4 and 3.85 respectively.

Examining the university's performance reveals a strong showing in academic and campus-related aspects. Professors (4.15) and Facilities (4.10) received particularly high marks. Student Life (4.08) and Internationality (4.00) also scored well. Conversely, the university's Location (3.66) and Accomodation (3.68) represent areas for potential improvement, while Value (3.98) falls in the mid-range.

This institution excels in its internationality, receiving a perfect score of 5. Academics and facilities are also highly regarded, both earning a 4. Conversely, accommodation presents the most significant area for improvement, with a rating of 2. Student life and overall value are also positively rated at 4. The location receives a moderate score of 3.

This institution excels in its **facilities**, earning a high 4.75. **Accommodations** also score well at 4.5, alongside a strong **internationality** rating of 4.25. Conversely, **student life** presents an area for potential improvement, marked by the lowest score of 3.625. Ratings for **professors** and **location** fall within a mid-range, while **value** also receives a solid 4.

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This institution demonstrates exceptional strengths, with perfect scores in Facilities, Location, Student Life, and Value. Professors and Internationality also received high marks, rated at 4 and 4.5 respectively. Accomodation stands out as the comparatively weakest area, though still very good at 4.5, reflecting a generally positive and well-rounded university experience.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4.11/5, ~96% of reviews are positive, praising approachable and knowledgeable professors, engaging teaching, and good campus life. A small percentage of negative feedback exists.

With 43 reviews, ~98% are positive, praising academic excellence, quality education, and friendly staff. One review expressed disappointment with a specific course's peer and instructor attitudes.

The sole review is positive, rating 4/5. Students praise the university's nice structure and professors, noting a significant international student presence. Minor areas for improvement were mentioned in the chemistry department.

With a 4/5 average rating and all feedback positive, reviews highlight good flexibility, course options, and a welcoming campus atmosphere. Staff are described as helpful and approachable, fostering student success.

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Both university reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 5/5. Students highlight the immersive, hands-on approach, freedom to shape studies, and the opportunity to build relationships. Approximately 0% of feedback is negative.

Rating distribution
5★
25%
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4★
68%
86%
100%
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3★
4%
0%
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100%
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2★
0%
0%
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1★
4%
2%
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Most useful review
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SU Review

SU is a quite vibrant school and I am quite satisfied so far. I believed my programme can help unlock multiple career prospects in the future, The professors are kind and always willing to provide assistance.

Top 3 in Sweden

Uppsala itself is a great city, it's easy to go to Stockholm and Arlanda. But to be in Uppsala as a university student is a whole experience on its own. With Nations, parties, fikas, cafés, parties (yes again), bars, knitting groups and many other events Uppsala has a place for everyone. (The other Universities in the top 3 would be Lund University and...... well the third is not set in stone as there are a few universities and "högskolor" to choose from" In my experience professors and teachers, competence will vary depending. But the great ones are really great.

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Great international marketing program!

I knew I wanted to study marketing, but what made me choose Mälardalen University was the international twist on their marketing program. To get the International Marketing degree it's mandatory to go on an exchange semester (I went to Paris and it was amazing!) and many of the classes have an international angle. Most of the professors were really good - they based our assignments on real life issues and they truly cared about our success. To add to the real life experience we also had many guest lecturers giving us great insight into different marketing professions. Since the school is relatively new the facilities and especially the library are very nice. The one down side is the fact that Västerås isn't a big student city. There are some student activities going on, but it is far from the student life in the big university cities.

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