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How do you get into a hockey sixth-form college?
On hockeygymnasiet.se, you will find 33 national ice hockey secondary schools (NIU), of which 6 are for girls, 64 local ice hockey secondary schools and 21 local ice hockey secondary schools for girls (LIU & LIP).
1 January (this year)
- Work is beginning on the autumn intake for NIU/Elite hockey secondary schools.
- During the period from 1 January (the U15 year) to 1 September (the U16 year), NIU ice hockey secondary schools may do the following:
- Scouting begins with the current age group.
- The club’s NIU representatives attend matches and watch players.
- The club invites you to any trial days or visits.
- The first date on which a place can be offered at the relevant NIU is 10 October of the U16 year.
7 September (this year)
Applications are now open for students who wish to start studying at NIU.
10 Oct. (this year)
First valid date for submitting an early application for a place at NIU.
1 Dec. (this year)
The deadline for applications to NIU for the autumn term is now 1 December.
25 Jan. (next year)
Deadline for informing students who have applied to NIU.
26 Jan. (next year)
The deadline for a student to accept an offer of a place on the NIU programme.
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Checklist: Application to the Hockey Upper Secondary School (NIU / LIU / LIP)
1. Preparations
- Talk to your current coach about your ambitions and for recommendations
- Make sure your grades are high enough to qualify for upper secondary school
- Decide whether you want to apply for NIU, LIU or LIP
- Make a list of the schools you’re interested in
- Find out more about each school’s structure and requirements
- Prepare a brief introduction about yourself
2. Application to NIU
- Go to https://gymnasieansokan.swehockey.se/
- Create an account and log in
- Please provide your personal details, hockey background and achievements
- Select the NIU schools you wish to apply to
- Please submit your application by 1 December at the latest
3. Selection for NIU
- Please read the notice carefully
- Do some extra training in skating, technique and fitness
- Prepare for your interview
- Pack all your kit, plus some extra tape and snacks
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and a strong work ethic
4. Application to LIU
- Check the school’s website for details of the application process
- Complete the local form
- Write a brief introduction about yourself
- Prepare for a possible interview
5. Application to LIP
- Check whether the school offers LIP
- Find out more about the programme
- Indicate your preferences in the sixth-form choice process
- Please contact the person in charge if you have any questions
6. Important dates
- 1 October – NIU applications open
- 1 December – NIU application deadline
- Dec–Jan – NIU trials
- Jan–Feb – NIU announcement
- February – Choosing a sixth-form college
- May – Final offer of a place
7. For parents
- Talk to your child about goals and expectations
- Help with planning and logistics
- Support without causing stress
- Find out more about accommodation and finances
8. Packing list
- Full set of ice hockey kit
- Spare skate laces and tape
- Water bottle and snack
- Workout clothes for physio
- Towel
9. Mental preparation
- Set clear goals
- Focus on what you can influence
- Make sure you get a good night’s sleep in the days leading up to it
- Eat well and regularly
- Remember that the selection process is about potential – not perfection
Admissions Process for the NIU Hockey High School
- Step 1Please register your interest by 1 December at the latest on the SIF website. A maximum of 4 different options.
- Step 2Work out your merit points to find the right course at upper secondary school.
- Step 3Once you have registered your interest, you will be notified of the outcome of your sports admission application by 25 January at the latest.
- Step 4Choosing a sixth-form college: applications for programme choices must be submitted between 9 January and 15 February.
Admissions process for LIU and LIP Hockey High School
- Step 1Please register your interest with LIU/LIP by 1 February. You apply for upper secondary programmes via the Upper Secondary Admissions System.
- Step 2Once the application period has closed, an initial provisional selection is made.
- Step 3You must meet the entry requirements, which means having passed the required subjects.
- Step 4In these cases, you will only be notified of whether you have been admitted during the final admissions round.












