Omstallningsstudiestod (Transition Study Support)
CSN (Swedish Board of Student Finance)
What is this?
Provides generous income support (up to 80% of your salary, capped) while you take time off from work to study and change careers. Much more generous than regular student aid.
Am I eligible?
Workers in Sweden aged 27-62 who have worked at least 8 of the last 14 years. You must study something that strengthens your position in the labor market. Introduced in 2022 as part of Sweden's labor market reforms.
Target audience:
Eligible sectors:
What do I get?
Up to SEK 21,000/month (80% of salary) for up to 44 weeks
Benefit details may vary based on your eligibility and location.
How to apply
Apply at csn.se. You need approval from a transition organization (omstallningsorganisation) in your sector first.
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