Study in Finland

Finland''s education system is ranked #1 in the world. PhD programs are tuition-free and students are often salaried.

Capital

Helsinki

Language

Finnish/English

Currency

EUR (€)

Avg Cost/mo

$900–1,300/mo

Avg Tuition

Free for EU/EEA students; non-EU approx EUR 6,000-18,000 per year (scholarships common)

Finland”s education system is ranked #1 in the world. PhD programs are tuition-free and students are often salaried.

Visa Information

Residence permit required for non-EU.

Study requirements

Upper secondary qualification for bachelor's, or a relevant degree for master's
English proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL) and sometimes an entrance exam
Academic transcripts and certificates
Valid passport and proof of funds
Residence permit for non-EU students

Student life

Finland combines world-class education with clean, safe cities and stunning nature, from lakes and forests to the northern lights. Student life in Helsinki and Tampere is relaxed and tech-savvy, with strong support services, active student unions, and affordable student housing and meals. Long winters are balanced by bright summers and a strong sauna and outdoor culture.

Scholarships in Finland

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Tampere University Scholarships (Finland)

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Tampere University Scholarships (Finland)

Tampere University Scholarships cut the cost of English-taught bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Finland’s second-largest student city. The…

50% tuition scholarship; Finland Scholarship adds year-one fees plus EUR 5,000 181 d left

University of Helsinki International Scholarship

Finland Partial

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University of Helsinki International Scholarship

The University of Helsinki, Finland’s leading research university, offers scholarships to non-EU/EEA international students undertaking English-taught master’s programmes.…

Full or partial (50 percent) tuition waiver Some add a EUR 5,000 relocation grant 184 d left

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Aalto University Scholarship (Excellence / Finland Scholarship)

The Aalto University Excellence Scholarship is the university’s flagship merit award for talented international students starting an English-taught…

100% or 50% tuition fee waiver Covers the full 2-year master's degree 176 d left

Top universities

Universities in Finland

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University of Eastern Finland

The University of Eastern Finland spans Joensuu and Kuopio, with world-top photonics, forestry and health sciences and some…

#551 rank $9000–$14000

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University of Helsinki

Finland’s largest and oldest university, ranked among the top 100 globally. Strong in education, data science, life sciences,…

#107 rank $0-$18000 (free for EU; non-EU fees)

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Oulu University

The University of Oulu is a leading Finnish research university, recognized globally for its work in 5G/6G communications,…

#501 rank $0-$18000 (free for EU; non-EU fees)

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University of Turku

Located in Finland’s former capital and oldest university city, the University of Turku is a comprehensive research university…

#401 rank $0-$18000 (free for EU; non-EU fees)

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Tampere University

Tampere University is a Finnish multidisciplinary research university with particular strengths in technology, health sciences, social sciences, and…

#401 rank $0-$18000 (free for EU; non-EU fees)

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Aalto University

Finland’s innovation university combining business, art, and technology. Home to Startup Sauna accelerator. Scholarships cover 50-100% tuition.

#109 rank $12000–$18000

Study options

Programs in Finland

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MSc Life Science Informatics

Interdisciplinary program combining biology with computational methods. Helsinki has strong bioinformatics research. Finland’s health data infrastructure is world-leading.

2 years $18000

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MSc Design

Aalto Design department is ranked top-10 globally. Combines Finnish design tradition with technology. Scholarship waivers available.

2 years $15000

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MSc Digital Health

Combines health informatics, AI diagnostics, wearables and digital therapeutics. Finland has the world’s best health data infrastructure.

2 years ~$12000-$18000

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MSc Intercultural Communication

Study cross-cultural communication, language policy and global media in one of the world’s most multilingual societies.

2 years $12000

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MSc Precision Medicine

Cutting-edge program combining genomics, big data and clinical medicine to develop personalised treatment approaches.

2 years ~$12000-$18000

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MSc Game Design & Development

Finland is home to companies like Rovio and Supercell. This program covers game design theory, programming, graphics and…

2 years $12000