Country guideStudy in Finland
Study options in Finland, including universities, course pathways, intake guidance, and application support for international students.
Finland at a glance
178 programsat 14 universities
- 101 master's
- 75 bachelor's
- 2 diploma
- Typical tuition
- €9,500–€15,000 per year
- Common intakes
- Major and minor intakes vary by university
Figures come from the programs listed on iAdmission and can change; confirm fees, intakes and visa rules with the university and official sources.
Universities in Finland
Aalto University
Otaniemi, Finland
21 programs · from €12,000/yr
University of Turku
Turku, Finland
13 programs · from €10,000/yr
LUT University
Lappeenranta, Finland
16 programs · from €9,000/yr
University of Vaasa
Vaasa, Finland
14 programs · from €10,000/yr
Tampere University
City centre, Hervanta, Finland
17 programs · from €10,000/yr
Tampere University of Applied Sciences
Tampere, Finland
13 programs · from €12,000/yr
University of Jyväskylä
Seminaarinmäki Mattilanniemi Ylistönrinne, Finland
16 programs · from €10,000/yr
University of Eastern Finland
Kuopio, Finland
16 programs · from €9,000/yr
Programs
Programs to consider in Finland
Bachelor in Science (Economics and Business Administration)
Hanken School of Economics
Bachelor's3 years€12,000
per year
Bachelor of Arts - Design and Media
Aalto University
Bachelor's3 years€12,000
per year
Bachelor of Engineering - Artificial Intelligence (Data Engineering)
Satakunta University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor's4 years€9,500
per year
Bachelor of Engineering - Energy and Electrical Engineering
Turku University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor's4 years€12,000
per year
Bachelor of Health Care - Nursing
Vaasa University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor's3.5 years€10,500
per year
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Sciences (Hybrid Mode)
University of Eastern Finland
Bachelor's3 years€10,000
per year
Master's degree in Educational Leadership (E-Learning)
Tampere University of Applied Sciences
Master's1.5 years€12,000
per year
Master’s Degree Programme in Drug Discovery and Development
University of Turku
Master's2 years€10,000
per year
Studying in Finland: the essentials
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Why study in Finland?
- Finland gives international students access to 15 university options across 13 student locations.
- Students can compare programs by tuition, duration, intake timing, scholarship availability, and English language expectations.
- The iAdmission catalog helps families review universities, fees, documents, and application steps before submitting a profile.
- Program availability can be checked with a counsellor so students avoid applying to unsuitable or closed intakes.
Tuition fees in Finland
€9,500–€15,000a year · 177 programs on iAdmission
- Final tuition is confirmed by the university offer letter, invoice, scholarship decision, and intake.
- Clinical, laboratory, aviation, design, and specialist programs can cost more than general business or humanities routes.
Cost of living in Finland
- Living cost depends on the city, housing type, transport, insurance, food, and personal spending.
- Common student locations include City centre, Hervanta, Helsinki, Joensuu, Kuopio.
- Students should also budget for deposits, visa or residence fees, document translation, insurance, and travel.
Funding to ask about
- Merit-based awards
- Early application discounts
- University-specific scholarships
- Subject, faculty, or partner-funded reductions where available
Application documents
- Academic transcripts and completion certificates
- Valid passport
- Program-specific subject prerequisites
- Statement of purpose or motivation letter where required
- CV, portfolio, references, or interview for selected programs
English requirements
- English requirements vary by institution and program.
- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, prior English-medium education, or internal university assessment may be accepted depending on the university.
- Healthcare, education, and regulated programs may require higher language scores or additional checks.
Intakes and deadlines
- Main and secondary intakes vary by university.
- Competitive programs should be started several months before the intended intake.
- Visa, residence, scholarship, and document legalization timelines should be included in the plan.
Student visa: the steps
- Receive a conditional or unconditional offer from the university
- Accept the offer and pay any required deposit
- Prepare financial proof, academic documents, passport, insurance, and supporting forms
- Submit visa, residence, or entry documentation through the required official process
- Track the decision and prepare arrival, accommodation, and enrolment steps
Documents for the visa stage
- Passport
- Academic transcripts
- Diploma, degree certificate, or school completion certificate
- English language proof where required
- CV or resume
- Statement of purpose or motivation letter
- Recommendation letters, portfolio, or interview documents where required
- Financial documents for visa or residence processing
Working while you study in Finland
- Part-time work options depend on visa conditions and local labour rules.
- Internships, placements, or work-integrated learning may be available in selected programs.
- Students should not rely on part-time income as the only way to pay tuition or living costs.
Student cities in Finland
City centre, Hervanta
1 university or campus
Helsinki
1 university or campus
Joensuu
1 university or campus
Kuopio
1 university or campus
Lahti Lappeenranta
1 university or campus
Lappeenranta
1 university or campus
Otaniemi
1 university or campus
Pori (main) Rauma Kankaanpää
1 university or campus
Salo IoT, Kupittaa
1 university or campus
Questions about studying in Finland
How many universities are available in Finland?
The iAdmission catalog currently lists 15 university options for Finland. Availability can change by intake and program.
Can I apply to programs in Finland through iAdmission?
You can shortlist programs, review published requirements, prepare documents, and submit an application request through iAdmission. The institution and official authorities make the final decisions.
Are scholarships available in Finland?
Scholarship availability depends on the university, intake, program, academic profile, and deadlines. iAdmission can help identify suitable options before submission.