Royal College of Music, Stockholm: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4755 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1225 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #31 of 39 | In Sweden |
| #7 of 12 | In Stockholm |
| #751 of 1,051 | For Music |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 9%
- Enrollment
- 1,017
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Master
- Website
- www.kmh.se
- Languages
- Swedish
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 9% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Competitive admission |
| Academic Calendar | Semesters |
| Enrollment | 1,017 |
We've calculated the 9% acceptance rate for Royal College of Music, Stockholm based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Royal College of Music, Stockholm has published 122 scientific papers with 1,133 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Psychology, Art & Design, Philosophy, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Fashion Design, Sociology, and Literature.
Royal College of Music, Stockholm majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 2 | 2 |
| 1994 | 1 | 3 |
| 1995 | 0 | 2 |
| 1996 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | 0 | 7 |
| 1998 | 1 | 5 |
| 1999 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | 2 | 6 |
| 2002 | 3 | 5 |
| 2003 | 0 | 9 |
| 2004 | 0 | 7 |
| 2005 | 1 | 8 |
| 2006 | 1 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 | 11 |
| 2008 | 1 | 8 |
| 2009 | 2 | 18 |
| 2010 | 2 | 25 |
| 2011 | 0 | 21 |
| 2012 | 4 | 17 |
| 2013 | 2 | 23 |
| 2014 | 3 | 31 |
| 2015 | 4 | 24 |
| 2016 | 0 | 20 |
| 2017 | 4 | 13 |
| 2018 | 2 | 22 |
| 2019 | 9 | 51 |
| 2020 | 8 | 41 |
| 2021 | 13 | 93 |
| 2022 | 14 | 137 |
| 2023 | 12 | 116 |
| 2024 | 9 | 119 |
| 2025 | 6 | 89 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Royal College of Music, Stockholm gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (SEK) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Music | 450,000 |
| Master of Music | 550,000 |
| Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Orchestral Performance | 300,000 |
| Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Composition | 300,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Music | 650,000 |
Currency: Swedish Krona (SEK)
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Royal College of Music, Stockholm.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | No | No | No |
| Business | No | No | No |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | No | No | No |
| Economics | No | No | No |
| Engineering | No | No | No |
| Environmental Science | No | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | No | No | No |
| Mathematics | No | No | No |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Kandidatexamen (Degree of Bachelor) / Konstnärlig kandidatexamen (Degree of Bachelor in Fine Arts) | Conducting, Jazz and Popular Music, Music, Music Theory and Composition, Musical Instruments, Religious Music |
|---|---|
| Yrkesexamen (First cycle professional qualification) | Teacher Training |
| Masterexamen (Degree of Master) / Konstnärlig masterexamen (Degree of Master in Fine Arts) | Art Therapy, Conducting, Jazz and Popular Music, Music, Music Education, Music Theory and Composition, Musical Instruments, Opera |
Royal College of Music, Stockholm alumni
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Ludwig Göransson
- Occupations
- record producerfilm score composerconductorcomposersongwriter
- Biography
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Ludwig Emil Tomas Göransson is a Swedish musician, composer, conductor, songwriter, and record producer. He is often regarded as one of the most successful composers in Hollywood of the 21st century. For his work in music, film and television, he has won numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards, a British Academy Film Award, two Critics' Choice Awards, two Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards and six Grammy Awards.
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Malena Ernman
- Occupations
- musicianperforming artistactorauthormusical theatre actor
- Biography
-
Sara Magdalena Ernman, known professionally as Malena Ernman, is a Swedish mezzo-soprano opera singer. Besides operas and operettas, she has also performed chansons, cabaret, jazz, and appeared in musicals. She is a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Music. Ernman represented Sweden in the Eurovision Song Contest 2009 with the song "La Voix", finishing in 21st place.
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King Diamond
- Occupations
- singersongwriter
- Biography
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Kim Bendix Petersen, better known by his stage name King Diamond, is a Danish rock musician. As a vocalist, he is known for his powerful and wide-ranging countertenor singing voice, in particular his far-reaching falsetto screams. He is the lead vocalist and lyricist for both Mercyful Fate and the eponymous King Diamond. He also plays keyboards and guitars on studio recordings but uses live shows to focus solely on his vocal performance. Diamond is renowned for his dark lyrical content and his story concepts. He is also known for his distinctive shock stage persona (in particular his black and white facepaint). He has been an influence for other rock and metal artists, including Metallica, Slayer and Cradle of Filth.
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Herbert Blomstedt
- Occupations
- conductormusician
- Biography
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Herbert Thorson Blomstedt is an American-born Swedish conductor of classical music. At the age of 98, he continues to conduct concerts in Europe and the United States.
Royal College of Music, Stockholm faculties and divisions
| Department/Division : Classical Music | Music, Musical Instruments, Religious Music, Singing |
|---|---|
| Department/Division : Composition, Conducting and Music Theory | Conducting, Music Theory and Composition |
| Department/Division : Folk Music | Music |
| Department/Division : Jazz | Jazz and Popular Music |
| Department/Division : Music and Media Production | Media Studies, Music |
| Department/Division : Music Education | Music Education |
General information
| Alternative names | KMH Kungliga Musikhögskolan i Stockholm |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1771 |
| Accreditation | Swedish Higher Education Authority (UKÄ) |
Location and contacts
| Address | P.O. Box 277 11 Lidingövägen 12 Stockholm, SE-115 91 Sweden |
|---|---|
| City population | 985,000 |