A. Universities
1. Aalto University
o Aalto University School of Business Helsinki campus
o Aalto University School of Business Mikkeli campus
o Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture
o Aalto University (Degree Programmes in Science and Technology)
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2. Hanken School of Ecomomics
3. Lappeenranta University of Technology
4. National Defence University
5. Tampere University of Technology
6. University of the Arts Helsinki
o Finnish Academy of Fine Arts
o Sibelius Academy
o Theatre Academy Helsinki
7. University of Eastern Finland
o Joensuu campus
o Kuopio campus
8. University of Helsinki
9. University of Jyväskylä
10. University of Lapland
11. University of Oulu
12. University of Tampere
13. University of Turku- Tuition fees charged from non-EU/EEA citizens
14. University of Vaasa
15. Åbo Akademi University
B. Polytechnics (UAS)
1. Arcada University of Applied Sciences
2. Centria University of Applied Sciences
3. Diaconia University of Applied Sciences
4. HAAGA-HELIA University of Applied Sciences
5. HAMK University of Applied Sciences
6. Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences
7. JAMK University of Applied Sciences
8. Kajaani University of Applied Sciences
9. Karelia University of Applied Sciences
10. Kemi-Tornio University of Applied Sciences
11. Kymenlaakso University of Applied Sciences
12. Lahti University of Applied Sciences
13. Laurea University of Applied Sciences
14. Mikkeli University of Applied Sciences
15. Novia University of Applied Sciences
16. Oulu University of Applied Sciences
17. Rovaniemi University of Applied Sciences
18. Saimaa University of Applied Sciences
19. Satakunta University of Applied Sciences
20. Savonia University of Applied Sciences
21. Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences
22. Tampere University of Applied Sciences
23. Turku University of Applied Sciences
24. Vaasa University of Applied Sciences
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Most Finnish higher education institutions use an on-line electronic admissions system for their Bachelor’s and Master’s level student intake. You will also need to send in copies of your earlier educational certificates and other required documents. Additionally, depending on the programme, applicants may need to successfully pass an entrance examination.
How you should apply depends on whether you're applying to a university or a polytechnic (UAS), and also on your entry level. Note also that it's very important that you check all the detailed application information (entry requirements, etc.) on the web pages of the Finnish university or polytechnic (UAS) you're applying to (see links to schools above). For detailed information on how to apply, click here.
If you already have a Master’s degree (i.e. applying for a doctoral), and wish to apply to a Finnish university, then you should contact the university of your choice (see links above). You can either contact the International Office, or the faculty/department of your interest directly. For detailed information, see Doctoral admissions.
DEADLINES:
There are two annual application periods for the polytechnics’ Bachelor’s level programmes, one in January/February and the other in September. Please check the exact dates, requirements and other details on the www.admissions.fi website.
The application times for the universities’ programmes may vary depending on the institution/programme you are applying to. Please refer to the individual universities' admissions pages (see links to schools above) for info on how and when to apply.
Some universities may accept doctoral study applications at all times, while others may have specific application periods. Note also that student selection for post-Master's level studies and research is usually decided on at faculty level, so Doctoral level application times and policies may vary even within a single university. There is no national joint admissions system in Finland for Doctoral level studies and research, so please check the application times with the Finnish university of your choice.
PLEASE NOTE:
No tuition fees are charged in Bachelor’s level degree programmes in Finland. The same is true of several Master’s programmes. The cost of this education is covered by the Finnish government, therefore, there are usually no scholarships available.