Högskoleprovet
Högskoleprovet (HP) is a Swedish standardized admissions test used by many universities to assess applicants as part of the selection process. It is administered by Universitets- och högskolerådet (UHR) and is offered twice a year, in spring and autumn, on a weekend day.
The test consists of two main sections: a verbal part that tests language-related skills such as reading
Scoring and use: Examinees receive a score on a fixed scale, commonly interpreted together with a percentile
History and purpose: Introduced to broaden access to higher education and provide an aptitude-based selection method
Criticism and accessibility: The exam has faced criticism regarding potential socioeconomic bias and the growth of
Registration and results: Registration is through the official HP website; results are published several weeks after