Dalarna University College
higher education institution in Sweden
Dalarna University (Swedish: Högskolan Dalarna) is a university college (högskola) located in Falun and Borlänge, in Dalarna County, Sweden.
Dalarna University is one of Sweden's more recent institutions of higher education, established in 1977. It is situated in Dalarna, 200 kilometres north-west of the capital Stockholm.
Background
In 2024, the university had 17,430 students, with 14,118 of them studying via distance education to some extent. Compared with 2023, Dalarna University experienced significant growth, with an 18% increase in student numbers. Statistics from the Swedish Council for Higher Education (UHR) from 2025 also show a remarkable 31.2% rise in applicants for international master's programs. This positive trend is reflected throughout Sweden, with 29 out of 31 universities and colleges reporting an increase in international student applicants. The average growth is 17%, however Dalarna University has seen a higher rise.
The campuses are located in Falun, the administrative capital of the province, and in the neighbouring town of Borlänge. In 2024, a new campus in central Borlänge was inaugurated: it offers a modern and effective teaching and learning environment for staff and students.
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