Student Life

An important part of student life in Jönköping is meeting new people and relaxing with friends. In Jönköping there are plenty of things to do when you need a break from your studies.

On campus we have cafés and restaurants where you can meet up with friends. The University is also located in the city centre, close to everything the town has to offer with cafés, pubs and restaurants for every occasion and pedestrian streets lined with shops. In the city centre you will find the long sandy beaches of Lake Vättern and the great outdoors is also within easy reach.

Jönköping Student Union

The Jönköping Student Union is run by students, for students. The union safeguards the students interests in many areas of student life and at the university. To guarantee an active student union, and to ensure student influence at Jönköping University, the university has decided that membership in Jönköping Student Union shall be mandatory for all students at the university. The membership fee varies and is determined by the form of study.

There are a number of student associations within Jönköping Student Union, including sports, a choir and a radio station. The Student Union also has its own night club, Akademien, open every Wednesday. The International Association (IA) organizes events such as dinners and trips around Sweden and Scandinavia for both international and Swedish students.

Induction week

During the induction week new students get the opportunity to learn more about the school they will be attending, obtain information about academic and related matters and get to know each other, the campus and Jönköping. Academic, social and cultural activities are included as part of the induction week, which offers a great start to your studies at Jönköping University.