Uppsala University vs Royal Institute of Technology - KTH vs University of Gothenburg vs Umea University - UMU vs Jönköping University - JU

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tie
Uppsala University: wins 0/6 categories
Royal Institute of Technology - KTH: wins 4/6 categories
University of Gothenburg: wins 2/6 categories
Umea University - UMU: wins 0/6 categories
Jönköping University - JU: wins 0/6 categories
Dalarna University: wins 0/6 categories
Stockholm School of Economics - SSE: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Uppsala, Sweden
4.00
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43 reviews
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Best programme: Biology
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Best programme: Life Science
Best programme: Business Administration in Management
Category ratings
Facilities
4.10
4.80
Win
4.71
4.00
4.00
2.00
Not rated
Location
3.66
4.20
4.86
Win
3.00
3.89
2.00
Not rated
Professors
4.15
4.40
4.57
Win
4.00
4.00
3.00
Not rated
Internationality
4.00
5.00
4.71
5.00
4.20
2.00
Not rated
Student life
4.08
4.60
Win
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
Not rated
Value
3.98
4.80
Win
4.29
4.00
4.10
3.00
Not rated
Accommodation
3.68
4.60
Win
2.86
2.00
3.40
3.00
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +High-quality education and research-driven learning
  • +Friendly and knowledgeable academic and non-academic staff
  • +Practical, real-life learning experiences and student-centered guidance
  • +World-class facilities and inspiring study atmosphere
  • +Strong academic programs with practical application and flexibility
  • +Engaging and approachable instructors
  • +Supportive and knowledgeable faculty
  • +Well-equipped research environments and facilities
  • +Interesting and well-organized programs
  • +Welcoming international community
  • +Positive professor interactions
  • +Well-structured campus environment
  • +International and diverse student body
  • +Practical, hands-on learning with real-world projects
  • +Supportive environment with inspiring teachers

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Cons
  • -Negative peer attitudes and lack of collaboration hinder learning.
  • -Disappointing program quality and instructor approach.
  • -Student disinterest and sabotage of work.
  • -Administrative & management issues frustrate students.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are common complaints.
  • -Lack of resources and support hinder learning.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources are a persistent problem.
  • -Lack of clear communication and organizational issues from the administration frustrate students.
  • -Course content and teaching quality are often seen as inadequate or uninspiring.
  • -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.
  • -Poor academic quality and unhelpful faculty.
  • -High tuition costs are not justified by the educational experience.
  • -Significant challenges with job prospects and societal inclusion for immigrants due to racism.

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Rating summary
What students say

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.

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 garners exceptional marks for its location, boasting a rating of 4.86. Facilities and internationality are also highly regarded, both scoring 4.71. Professors receive a solid 4.57, and the overall value is rated at 4.29. Student life scores a respectable 4. The weakest area by a significant margin is accommodation, with a score of just 2.86.

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 generally receives positive feedback, with particular strengths in **internationality (4.2)**, **value (4.1)**, and **professors (4)**, alongside excellent **facilities** and **student life**. Accommodation is the comparatively weakest area, scoring **3.4**. The location also received a slightly lower, though still respectable, rating.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

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.

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 a 4.71/5 average rating from 7 reviews, students report overwhelmingly positive experiences, highlighting exceptional faculty and enriching academic environments. No negative feedback was recorded.

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 an average rating of 4.21/5, ~93% of reviews are positive, highlighting a highly international environment, practical learning, and student life. One ~7% review found the study difficulty low.

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Rating distribution
5★
12%
75%
71%
0%
36%
0%
0%
4★
86%
25%
29%
100%
57%
0%
0%
3★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
100%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
7%
0%
0%
1★
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
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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