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Per Brahegymnasiet

Sweden, Jonkoping

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SEK 111,215
Ages 16 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1400
Type Co-educational
Opened 1913
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Swiss Curriculum
Taught languages Swedish, English, French, Italian, Latin, Spanish, German
Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Per Brahegymnasiet is a public, co-educational upper secondary school in Jönköping, Sweden, offering six programs: Economics, Esthetic, International Baccalaureate (IB DP), Natural Science, Social Sciences, and Humanities. The school provides both the IB Diploma Programme and a Swiss Curriculum, with the IB DP taught in English to support a bilingual diploma. Students aged 16 to 18 study across six subject groups, and the DP core includes CAS, Theory of Knowledge, and the Extended Essay. The Natural Science track emphasises scientific methods and mathematics and offers study trips and potential international exchanges. The Esthetic program focuses on creativity and communication and includes four spetsutbildningar: Scenkonst teater, Konst och design, Musik spets, Scenkonst dans, with collaborations with HDK-Valand and Högskolan för Scen och Musik. The school occupies a historic main building dating back to 1912, and facilities include Linden dining hall, Café Linden with a fixed stage, and a library of about 20,000 books.

The Essentials

Per Brahegymnasiet has 1,400 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Per Brahegymnasiet is located in Jönköping, Sweden. The visiting address is Residensgatan 7, 553 16 Jönköping. It is part of Jönköpings kommun.

Stages
Three-year upper secondary education (gymnasium). The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Type
Public, co-educational gymnasium in Jönköping.

Additional learning support
Elevhälsa services (student health and wellbeing) are provided at the school; a team supports students with learning and wellbeing. Studievägledning is available for student guidance.

Country affiliation
Sweden

School day structure
School days run from 07:30 to 17:00.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has a bright and fresh school restaurant with good and varied meals. In the café you can enjoy a coffee break with other students or staff.

Governance and Ownership
Per Brahegymnasiet is one of four municipal high schools. Funding comes from the local municipality's budget.
Fees

Annual tuition at Per Brahegymnasiet ranges from SEK 111,215 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- There is no application fee for students who apply through the Swedish national application system for upper secondary school (gymnasiet). Entrance tests (where required for programs such as IB) are part of the admission process and are not listed as chargeable items for Swedish applicants.

Tuition fees (by school/program and year group)

- Swedish citizens and residents: participation in all national programmes offered at Per Brahegymnasiet, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, is provided without tuition charge to the student.

- International applicants without Swedish residency or citizenship (fee-paying international students): an annual student tuition fee is required. The school's published guidance gives the fee as approximately EUR 10,000 per school year (stated equivalently in earlier school documentation as about SEK 100,000). This applies per full school year rather than per single term.

- Inter-municipal / invoiced place charges (when another municipality pays for a student placed at Per Brahegymnasiet): Jönköping municipality's published inter-municipal price list for 2025 shows per‑student cost entries by national programme. For the International Baccalaureate the published 2025 figures are:
- Per year: SEK 111,215.
- Per term: SEK 55,607.
- Per month: SEK 9,268.
These inter-municipal figures reflect the municipality's full cost calculation (used when a home municipality is billed). Other programmes at the school have separate per-year and per-term amounts on the same price list.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Enrollment date used to determine which months/terms are billed: the municipality's price list specifies how pupil presence is checked for billing — for example, pupil counts on the 15th of specific months determine spring and autumn term charges and the corresponding monthly allocations. Term-by-term and month-by-month debiting follows those municipal rules.

- Payment terms for invoices issued by Jönköping municipality (applied to municipal invoicing) follow the municipality's standard invoicing rules: electronic invoicing is required for suppliers and municipal invoicing practice sets payment terms (the municipality's standard payment term is 30 days unless otherwise agreed). Invoicing to the municipality uses the stated e‑invoice/PEPPOL requirements. When a private individual is invoiced (for e.g., a tuition invoice to an international fee‑paying family), municipal billing procedures and the delivered invoice will state the exact payment deadline and accepted payment methods.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The school does not operate boarding facilities. Students who require accommodation must arrange or fund their own housing; there is no school-run boarding fee. Municipal boarding or inackorderingstilläggs (boarding allowances) may be handled separately by a student's home municipality in cases where commuting is impractical.

Other costs and fees

- School meals and loan of educational materials: meals for students under 20 and the loan of educational materials are included in the municipal cost coverage for students and are provided without additional charge to eligible students. For inter‑municipal billing the municipality's price list notes that the listed per‑student amounts include access to school lunch for students under 20 but exclude travel and boarding allowances.

- Program-specific additional costs: certain programmes (for example, practical or arts courses) commonly involve incidental costs for consumable materials, instrument hire or purchase, special course materials, and voluntary study trips. Those program-specific costs are not presented as a school-wide flat fee on the published municipal schedule; such charges, when required, are recorded or communicated per programme and per activity. (Available municipal cost schedules show programme-level cost figures but do not itemise every incidental kit or instrument cost.)

- IB-related examination/organisation fees: for Swedish resident students these costs are covered through the school's funding. For fee‑paying international students the required tuition covers the programme costs the school lists for accepting such students (the published tuition amount for international fee‑paying students is presented as covering the programme for the school year).

Refund information

- No separate, publicised school-level refund schedule for tuition paid by fee‑paying international applicants is published alongside the admission fee notice. Municipal invoicing follows standard municipal invoicing and crediting procedures. Specific refund entitlement, timing and any pro‑rata calculations for withdrawn students or cancelled places are handled according to the school's administrative practice and municipal billing rules and would be reflected on the invoice/contract for the individual placement.

Fee payment options and invoicing methods

- Invoicing and payment follow Jönköping municipality procedures. For municipal invoices the municipality requires (where applicable) e‑invoices in PEPPOL/Svefaktura format; standard municipal invoices list bank or giro details and a payment due date. Payment terms are established on the invoice (municipal standard is 30 days unless otherwise agreed). Methods commonly used for municipal payments are e‑invoice or bank transfer as specified on the invoice; the precise payment instruments and details for any tuition invoice will be stated on the issued invoice.

Key practical points for parents

- Swedish residents: there is no tuition charge for students admitted to Per Brahegymnasiet's national programmes, including IB.

- International fee-paying students (no Swedish residency): plan for a full-year tuition charge in the order of EUR 10,000 (approximately SEK 100,000 as noted in school admissions guidance); the municipality's inter‑municipal price list (2025) shows programme-level invoiced rates for municipalities (IB: SEK 111,215/year; SEK 55,607/term).

- The school does not supply boarding; accommodation costs and arrangements are separate.

- Invoices follow municipal invoicing practice (e‑invoice requirements and municipal payment terms). Check the invoice for exact payment methods and due dates.
Academics

Per Brahegymnasiet teaches IB (DP), Swiss Curriculum for students aged 16 to 18.

Curriculum
Per Brahegymnasiet offers six upper secondary programs: Economics, Esthetic, International Baccalaureate, Natural Science, Social Sciences, and Humanities. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a higher education preparatory programme with an international curriculum, and you study in English to receive a bilingual IB diploma. The Natural Science programme includes two tracks: Naturvetenskap and Naturvetenskap och samhälle, emphasising scientific methods, mathematics, and collaboration with universities, with study trips and potential international exchanges. The Economics programme develops knowledge in business and law, with courses in accounting, budgeting, marketing, leadership and entrepreneurship, and provides broad eligibility for higher education. The Esthetic programme focuses on creativity, communication and artistry, and offers four nationally recruited spetsutbildningar: Scenkonst teater, Konst och design, Musik spets, and Scenkonst dans, with collaborations with HDK-Valand, Högskolan för Scen och Musik (HSM) and others; all esthetic education is university-preparatory. The Social Sciences programme focuses on individuals and society, with profiles such as Människans beteende, Digital kommunikation and International studies, and prepares students for higher education with broad eligibility.

Higher Education Progression
IB graduates typically continue to higher education at universities around the world in fields such as medicine, engineering, economics, or psychology. Natural Science graduates are eligible to apply to all higher education programs. Economics provides broad eligibility for further higher education in economic and social science programs. Humanities and Social Sciences programs are university-preparatory, preparing students for university studies.

Gifted and Talented
Estetiska programmet offers four national spetsutbildningar: Scenkonst teater, Konst och design, Musik spets, Scenkonst dans. The program collaborates with HDK-Valand, Högskolan för Scen och Musik (HSM) in Gothenburg. All esthetic programs are university-preparatory.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school prioritizes student engagement and student voice. Weekly class councils raise questions about the curriculum and the school's physical and psychosocial environment, with mentors present. Each class has representatives in the Student Program Council, and the council includes the principal. The School Forum brings Student Program Council representatives and the principal together to discuss issues affecting the entire school. The Student Union organizes events, lectures, activities, and other initiatives to foster community and student life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Elevhälsan provides dedicated support for students with special educational needs. The team includes Specialle4rare (special education teachers) and Specialpedagog (special education specialists), as well as skolskf6terskor (school nurses), kuratorer (counselors), and fritidsledare (after‑school activity leaders) who work across programs. They offer tailored assistance to help students thrive and access the resources they need. Staff serve students across programs, including the International Baccalaureate and other streams.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is taught in English and students receive a bilingual diploma upon completion. The DP emphasises international perspectives, intercultural understanding, and global citizenship. The program offers strong language support and is designed for study in English. Engelska 7 is available as an advanced English course for students who already have strong English skills.

Mental Wellbeing
Elevhälsan provides health and wellbeing support for students. The team includes skolsköterskor (nurses), kuratorer (counselors), and special education staff, all working to ensure students receive strong support in diverse situations. Elevhälsan coordinates access to health and wellbeing services across programs. Contact details for the Elevhälsan are published for student and family use.

Safeguarding
The school has an annual plan against discrimination, harassment, and other abusive treatment with zero tolerance for such behavior. Staff must report suspected discrimination, harassment, or sexual harassment in Stella, the school's documentation system, and the rector and head of the school are informed. An investigation is conducted promptly to determine required actions to stop the discrimination. Elevhälsan supports the process, with defined roles for staff, mentors, and safeguarding procedures. The plan aims to ensure the school is a safe place for all students.
Parent Experience

History
Per Brahegymnasiet is Jönköping's oldest school. In 2013 the current main building celebrated its 100th anniversary, but the school's history stretches much further back. The school traces three epochs: a foundation around 1283 when Franciscan monks arrived to establish a monastery and a school west of Munksjön; a devastating fire in 1612 that caused the town school to move from west to east; and the 1912 construction of the present main building. Earlier forms of schooling existed in various forms and places, including a trivial school and a higher elementary school established around 1820; in 1878 elementary schools were renamed allmänt läroverk. During the gymnasium reforms of the 1960s the school was renamed Per Brahegymnasiet and introduced a three-year program with humanities, social sciences, economics and natural sciences, and later the Globen and Musikhuset buildings were added to accommodate the arts; since 1995 the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme has been offered.

Community
The library provides a quiet study space and access to information and digital tools. Student health services provide support and accommodations and address health questions and activities beyond classwork. Student engagement is valued, and the school works systematically to give students influence over teaching and development. Study guidance helps with course choices, university requirements, and merit points.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a bright on-site dining facility, Linden, where lunch is served in a light, pleasant setting and meals are prepared on site by the school's cooks. The school has Café Linden adjacent to the dining hall, offering coffee, tea, sandwiches and pastries, with a fixed stage for student performances. The dining hall is used for events and exhibitions from the programs. The library contains about 20,000 books, plus encyclopedias, databases and reference works, and the periodicals corridor holds about half of the roughly 70 journals the school subscribes to; a quiet room provides a peaceful study space. The library staff are on duty from 8:00 to 16:00 Monday through Thursday and 8:00 to 15:00 on Fridays; the ICT-pedagog helps with Vklass, Teams and Microsoft 365, and there is a loan laptop program for students.

Academic Facilities
The library contains approximately 20,000 books, plus encyclopedias, databases and reference works. There are about half of the roughly 70 journals the school subscribes to in the periodicals corridor. A quiet room provides a peaceful study space. Library staff are on duty from 8:00 to 16:00 Monday through Thursday and 8:00 to 15:00 on Fridays, including a school librarian and an ICT-pedagog who helps with Vklass, Microsoft 365 and other digital tools. The ICT-pedagog helps with digital tools and logins, and if a student's computer stops working, they can borrow a laptop by contacting Mikael Willosson.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The dining hall is used for various events—by and with students. Café Linden has a fixed stage that students can book for performances. Exhibitions from the programs can be viewed in the dining hall. The dining spaces also serve as social spaces where students and staff can meet during meals.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
PB offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) with a Preparatory year called PreIB. The DP is a two-year program for students aged 16 to 19 that prepares you for university and life beyond and is taught in English; graduates receive a bilingual IB diploma. Students study across six subject groups: language and literature, language acquisition, individuals and societies, sciences, mathematics, and an additional subject. The DP core includes CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service), Theory of Knowledge, and the Extended Essay, which develop independent learning, intercultural understanding, and personal growth.

Arts & Creative
PB provides The Art & Music Programme as part of the IB offerings. Students can combine arts with science and social science tracks within the IB. The DP core fosters creativity through CAS, linking artistic and community‑engaged activities.

Cultural & Language
PB has an international focus with students from across Sweden and abroad. Instruction in the Diploma Programme is in English, and Swedish and English are standard options in language and literature, with other languages possible. The school emphasizes intercultural understanding and global citizenship through its IB curriculum.

Social & Hobbies
Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) is a core component of the IB Diploma Programme, involving creative projects, physical activity, and community service. Students engage in collaborative projects, arts, sports, and volunteering as part of their program. Through CAS, students develop teamwork, initiative, and community engagement.

Community & Service
CAS emphasizes service and community involvement. Students undertake service projects, volunteer work, and contribute to local or global communities. These activities reinforce social responsibility as part of the IB experience.

Leadership & Professional
The Diploma Programme develops independent learners and global citizens, preparing students for university and life beyond. It fosters collaboration, leadership, and critical thinking through research, group work, and CAS experiences. Graduates commonly pursue university studies in medicine, engineering, economics, and psychology.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
CAS includes creativity, activity, and service, which integrates physical activity and well‑being into the program. The IB DP supports balanced development by combining academics with sports, arts, and volunteering. Students gain resilience and well‑being through structured opportunities for personal growth.
Languages

Language Provision
Elective languages include English 7 (advanced English for students with strong English), French, continuation; Italian, beginner; Latin – language and culture; Spanish, continuation; Spanish, Step 5; Swedish Sign Language for hearing, beginner; German, continuation.

Bilingual Teaching
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is studied in English, and you receive a bilingual diploma upon completion.
Reputation

Accreditations
Erasmus+ accreditation for the school.
Admissions

Admissions
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at Per Brahegymnasiet accepts students from all areas of Sweden, not only Jönköping County. Applications are submitted through the same system as the national programmes. International applicants without residency permits or citizenship may apply but can only be accepted if there are available places. Applicants must take entrance exams in Mathematics and English to assess ninth‑grade knowledge; these tests, together with prior grades, determine acceptance and ensure students are prepared for the programme. Eligibility: Swedish students entering from the ninth grade meet the requirements to apply to theoretical high school programmes in Sweden; international students must provide evidence of a completed ninth grade year or an equivalent. If the number of eligible applicants exceeds capacity, the selection is based on criteria approved by the National School Inspection. Costs and financing: Participation in the Diploma Programme is free of charge for students. Funding comes from the local municipality's budget and state grants; international applicants without residency permits or citizenship may be required to pay student fees of approximately 10,000 EUR per school year. Students living more than six kilometers away are eligible for travel grants in the form of bus or train passes, and those with difficult commuting can apply for boarding allowances through their municipality. School meals and the loan of educational materials are provided at no cost to students.
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