Stockholm University - SU vs Royal Institute of Technology - KTH vs Karolinska Institute - KI vs Stockholm Business School vs Dalarna University

Side-by-side comparison from 51 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 0/4 categories
Royal Institute of Technology - KTH: wins 1/4 categories
Karolinska Institute - KI: wins 0/4 categories
Stockholm Business School: wins 1/4 categories
Dalarna University: wins 0/4 categories
Stockholm School of Economics - SSE: wins 0/4 categories
Hyper Island: wins 2/4 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Accounting
Best programme: Environmental Engineering
Best programme: Bioinformatics
Best programme: Business Administration and Political Science
Stockholm, Sweden
5.00
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Best programme: Digital Management
Category ratings
Facilities
4.15
4.80
4.40
5.00
2.00
Not rated
5.00
Location
3.77
4.20
4.80
5.00
2.00
Not rated
5.00
Professors
4.24
4.40
4.20
5.00
Win
3.00
Not rated
4.00
Internationality
4.04
5.00
5.00
5.00
2.00
Not rated
4.50
Student life
4.00
4.60
3.20
4.00
3.00
Not rated
5.00
Win
Value
4.16
4.80
4.20
3.00
3.00
Not rated
5.00
Win
Accommodation
3.85
4.60
Win
3.60
3.00
3.00
Not rated
4.50
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Inspiring and knowledgeable professors
  • +Engaging and flexible course content
  • +Supportive campus environment
  • +World-class facilities and inspiring study atmosphere
  • +Strong academic programs with practical application and flexibility
  • +Engaging and approachable instructors
  • +Student-centered approach and mentorship
  • +International environment and diverse teaching staff
  • +High-quality research and opportunities for engagement
  • +Excellent teaching quality and global student community
  • +Broadened horizons and expanded knowledge in business and political science
  • +Abundant working opportunities to offset living costs

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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.
  • -Administrative & management issues frustrate students.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are common complaints.
  • -Lack of resources and support hinder learning.
  • -Lack of teacher and staff investment.
  • -Inefficient and repetitive course content.
  • -Poor support for independent thesis work.
  • -administrative & management issues
  • -outdated facilities
  • -lack of engagement

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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.

Exceptional marks were awarded in several key areas, notably a perfect score for **Internationality**. **Facilities** and **Value** also received very high ratings. The university performs well across **Student Life** and **Accomodation**, with solid scores for **Professors** and **Location**. While no area received a low rating, **Location** represents the comparatively weakest aspect among the surveyed categories.

This institution excels in several key areas, most notably its **Internationality**, receiving a perfect score. **Location** is another strong point, rated 4.8. However, **Student Life** appears to be the weakest area, scoring 3.2, with **Accomodation** also rating comparatively lower at 3.6. Other aspects like Facilities, Professors, and Value fall within a solid mid-to-high range.

This institution shines with perfect scores in Facilities, Professors, Location, and Internationality. Student Life also receives a strong endorsement. However, Accomodation and Value for money present areas for potential improvement, indicated by their lower ratings compared to other aspects of the university experience.

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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.

All 12 reviews are positive, averaging 4.75/5. Students praise world-class research facilities, inclusive culture, and opportunities for theory-practice integration. Friendly, engaging instructors and diverse, flexible courses are also highlighted.

With an average rating of 4.14/5, ~86% of reviews are positive, praising student-centered learning, international diversity, and quality facilities. A small portion (~14%) of feedback notes uninvested teachers and course organization issues.

This university garners a 4/5 average rating, with 100% of feedback being positive. Students praise exceptional teaching quality and opportunities for personal and academic growth.

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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%
75%
57%
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0%
100%
4★
68%
25%
29%
100%
0%
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3★
4%
0%
0%
0%
100%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
4%
0%
14%
0%
0%
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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.

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