Jonkoping International Business School (JIBS)

City: Jönköping, Sweden
Instruction Language: English
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program terms available: Fall Semester, Spring Semester or Full Academic Year
JIBS website
Subject areas: Business

Jönköping, Sweden

Jönköping, Sweden is a city that is beautifully situated around Lake Vättern. Enchanting forests, shimmering lakes, and high mountains are ready to welcome you to explore. Enjoy popular restaurants and thrilling adventures in the city center. There are many shops, museums, and events to take part in. Jönköping is a safe and modern city surrounded by nature. With efficient and modern public transport systems, you will get where you need to be with ease. Jönköping is in the south of Sweden about 200 miles from the capital city, Stockholm. It is only a few hours from other Swedish cities such as Malmö, and conveniently located centrally between Norway and Denmark so you can visit other countries with a quick train ride.

Jönköping City Guide

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Academics

Overview

Jönköping International Business School (JIBS), a part of Jönköping University, is located in the city of Jönköping. The University has approximately 2,000 students with about 650 of those students from other countries. Jönköping University prides themselves on their amazing Kick Off event that they host for students prior to the start of the semester, which exchange students are able to take part in. Exchange students take the equivalent of 12 to 15 U.S. credit hours per semester, including business courses taught in English and a Swedish language course.

Jönköping International Business School Video

Subject Areas

Business

Semester Dates

Fall: Mid-August until end of December
Spring: Mid-January until end of May

JIBS class List

To view courses that have been evaluated for JIBS, please review the JIBS Class List.

Course Approval Form

All students will be required to complete a Course Approval Form prior to leaving for their study abroad program so that you have met with your Academic Advisor and are aware of what courses you will take during your program.

Housing

Housing Options:

Off-campus student housing options throughout the city including completely private apartments or 2 bed/4 bed apartments with shared bathroom and living spaces

*All new full-semester international students are guaranteed accommodation if they’ve applied correctly

JIBS Housing Info

Program Costs

The budget sheet is an estimate for costs associated with this program for a full semester.

Estimated costs 2024-2025 for Jönköping International Business School (JIBS)

You can also explore scholarship and financial aid options.

How to Apply

Application deadlines