Why study in Finland
Finland is located north of Europe and shares its borders with Sweden, Norway and Russia. The country offers excellent opportunities in higher education in every field of study. The Finnish government has put a greater emphasis on education and therefore education has been its highest priority. Finland, at present, has 21 university level institutions and 30 polytechnics. In fact, degree and exchange students together constitute nearly 5 percent of the total student enrolment in these institutions of higher education.
The national policy of internationalization has also facilitated the advancement of educational system in the country, which in turn has ensured that students from all corners of the world come to the country to pursue quality higher education.
Moreover, Finnish universities and polytechnics have also laid emphasis on imparting education in English. This has been one of the major reasons why international students have increasingly preferred the country for higher studies. Besides, the natural splendor of the country has attracted many students from overseas.
The national policy of internationalization has also facilitated the advancement of educational system in the country, which in turn has ensured that students from all corners of the world come to the country to pursue quality higher education.
Moreover, Finnish universities and polytechnics have also laid emphasis on imparting education in English. This has been one of the major reasons why international students have increasingly preferred the country for higher studies. Besides, the natural splendor of the country has attracted many students from overseas.
Finland offers leading education in various fields of study such as information technology, biotechnology, environmental sciences, architecture, music, art, and design. Nevertheless, educational opportunities are not limited in the country. The quality of education in the country is quite impressive and the cost of education is low. Universities and polytechnics present in the country normally do not charge any fee as the Ministry of Education funds higher education at the university level. The Ministry of Education is also responsible for ensuring the quality of educational system in Finland. Of late, the number of students coming to the country under the exchange programme has also increased manifold.
In order to aid the students who are planning to study in Finland, here are some links, which are mentioned below. These links will help a student understand Finland better and also know more about the colleges and universities in Finland
In order to aid the students who are planning to study in Finland, here are some links, which are mentioned below. These links will help a student understand Finland better and also know more about the colleges and universities in Finland
Universities and colleges in Finland:
- Aalto University
- Academy of Fine Arts
- Hanken School of Economics
- Lappeenranta University of Technology
- Sibelius Academy
- Tampere University of Technology
- Theatre Academy
- University of Helsinki
- University of Eastern Finland
- University of Jyväskylä
- University of Lapland
- University of Oulu
- University of Tampere
- University of Turku
- University of Vaasa
- Åbo Akademi University
International Study Programs in English:
Tuition Fees and Scholarships:
If you are enrolled as a degree student in a Bachelor’s or Doctoral level programme, the higher education institution will not charge tuition fees.
Some Master’s level programmes are free of charge as well, however, a number of them may carry tuition fees for non-EU/EEA students.
Tuition fees in selected Master’s programmes
In selected English-language Master's degree programmes it is possible for the Finnish higher education institutions to charge tuition fees from non-EU/EEA nationals during a five-year trial period 2010–2014. Depending on the programme, tuition fees may be collected starting from autumn 2010, 2011 or 2012.
You can find a pdf-format list of the selected Master's programmes
The inclusion of a Master's programme in the list only indicates the possibility of a tuition fee; each institution decides independently whether or not they collect tuition fees in their programmes. Therefore, it is important that you always check the tuition fee policy for each Master's programme separately, either from the institution's own web site or from CIMO's International Study programmes database.
Tuition fees will not be collected, if you are
- an EU/EEA citizen
- a non-EU/EEA citizen permanently resident in Finland
- a non-EU/EEA citizen and have started your studies in the Master’s programme in question before the introduction of tuition fees
Please refer to the web sites of the institution for detailed information on the tuition fees and the related scholarships.
Scholarships for tuition fees:
Those higher education institutions that choose to collect tuition fees in their English-language Master's programmes will also provide scholarship options for non-EU/EEA students enrolled in tuition-fee carrying Master's programmes. These institutional scholarships cannot be applied for from CIMO, only from the higher education institution in question. Please see section ‘institutional scholarships’.
The CIMO scholarships are applicable only to Doctoral level studies and research in Finnish universities, and cannot be applied to cover any tuition fees.
Living in Finland:
Whether you are just considering studies in Finland, or have already been accepted to a degree programme at a Finnish university or polytechnic, in this section you can find some important information and issues you should consider before your arrival and also during your stay in Finland.
This section briefly lists the essential things you need to take into account, and then directs you to the right sources for detailed information. Please refer to the subsections to learn more!
You should bear in mind, however, that a single web page like this can not be all-encompassing source of information on these issues. These pages can only provide you with general outlines. For example, the detailed requirements and ways to proceed in these issues may depend on your nationality. Therefore, it is essential that you always check with the appropriate authorities in Finland or your home country which rules and procedures concern you, in your particular situation.
Other sources of information:
In addition to the general links provided on these pages, you can also find useful information from
- The university/polytechnic you will be studying at (many higher education institutions and student unions provide ‘welcome guides’ and tutoring services for international students)
- The web site of the city/town you’ll be living in (public transport, sports facilities, medical services, etc.)
Social media, Internet discussion boards:
You can find student groups on websites like Face book, or on various different web discussion boards. This kind of ‘peer-to-peer information’ you may find on web forums can be quite helpful, however, when it comes to important matters like application requirements or visas/residence permits, it is always recommended you check with the relevant authorities whether the information you have received on an informal web discussion board is correct.
Admission and Visa Requirements for Finland
FINLAND ADMISSION REQUIRMENTS:
- High School and Senior School .
- Bachelors Degree Certificates and Marks sheets.
- Masters Degree Certificates and Marks sheets.
- 3 Reference letters professors or employees .
- Statement of .
- Detailed Resume in European CV Format.
- Passport
- Photographs
- TOEFL-IBT- SEND THROUGH ETS DIRECTLY TO THE ADMISSION DEPARTMENT TOEFL--81+ , IELTS- 6.0+ MUST
How to apply for Admission?
This section will provide you with some general guidelines for applying to the Finnish higher education system, including issues such as:
- general eligibility criteria and the admissions system
- how, when and where to submit your study application
- the required documents and certificates
- language requirements
- entrance examinations
Finnish higher education institutions offer a wide variety of interesting degree level programmes available completely in English. You can browse through the available options in the ‘study programmes database’ section of this website.
If you already know the institution and programme you wish to apply to, you can of course go directly to the website of the institution for further information. You can find the addresses in the ‘institutions’ section of this site.
- after getting acquainted with the basics presented on these pages, please study carefully the detailed application instructions on the admission sites.
- you can always contact the admission offices of the institutions for advice.
FINLAND VISA REQUIRMENTS:
- 2 dully filled Visa Application forms.
- Offer letter from the University.
- Receipt of payment of school fees from Finland/Payment Proof.
- Affidavit/covering letter on business letterhead from the sponsor stating that he/she would bear the study expenses.
- Passport.
- Health Insurance letter-one year.
- Evidence of financial resources (Bank statement On Student Name)
- Proof of academic qualification (Certificates, diplomas)
- Visa Application Fees .
Embassies and consulates of Finland:
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