Finland offers both research universities and universities of applied sciences. Compare their entry requirements and learning approach, then build a budget that covers living costs independently of competitive tuition scholarships.
Country guidance reviewed · 19 September 2026
Helsinki CathedralCountry-specific facts and practical questions to build a stronger study plan.
Bachelor’s and master’s entry requirements differ, and UAS master’s programmes also require relevant work experience. Check programme-specific criteria and English evidence on Studyinfo and the institution’s website before choosing your route.
Study in Finland · admissions ↗Studyinfo is the official application portal. Joint applications and separate or rolling applications have different schedules. Track acceptance deadlines too: Finnish higher education permits acceptance of one study place per term.
Study in Finland · admissions ↗Study in Finland currently suggests approximately €900–€1,200 per month for living expenses, depending on location, in addition to tuition. Budget for housing, food, travel, insurance and applicable student-service charges; your own needs may cost more.
Study in Finland · fees and living costs ↗University scholarships or fee waivers usually cover tuition partly or wholly rather than living costs. They are competitive and may have continuation conditions. Study in Finland warns against claims of a universal fully funded government scholarship.
Study in Finland · scholarships ↗We turn the requirements into a clear plan for your profile, your budget and your next step.
We help compare university and UAS options, including work-experience requirements where relevant.
We separate tuition reductions from money needed for everyday living and review published continuation conditions.
We help organise your documents and deadlines while you retain your own accounts and decisions.
Our role is preparation and guidance. Universities, scholarship bodies and immigration authorities make their own decisions.
| QS Rank | University Name & Location | Annual Tuition Fee | Admission Requirements | Popular Courses | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #109 |
Aalto University
Espoo, Finland
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$13,500/yr |
Min CGPA: 3.0
Tests: IELTS, TOEFL
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MSc Computer, Communication & Information
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| #115 |
University of Helsinki
Helsinki, Finland
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$14,000/yr |
Min CGPA: 3.0
Tests: IELTS, TOEFL
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MSc Computer Science Data Science
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| #296 |
Tampere University
Tampere, Finland
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$11,500/yr |
Min CGPA: 2.8
Tests: IELTS, TOEFL
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MSc Information Technology Software Systems
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| #311 |
University of Oulu
Oulu, Finland
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$10,500/yr |
Min CGPA: 2.7
Tests: IELTS, TOEFL
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MSc Computer Science & Engineering
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| #347 |
LUT University
Lappeenranta, Finland
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$11,000/yr |
Min CGPA: 2.7
Tests: IELTS, TOEFL
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MSc Software Engineering
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| #358 |
University of Turku
Turku, Finland
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$11,000/yr |
Min CGPA: 2.7
Tests: IELTS, TOEFL
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MSc Information Technology Cybersecurity
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| #451 |
University of Eastern Finland
Joensuu, Finland
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$9,500/yr |
Min CGPA: 2.6
Tests: IELTS, TOEFL
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MSc Information Technology Data Science
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| #551 |
Åbo Akademi University
Turku, Finland
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$9,000/yr |
Min CGPA: 2.5
Tests: IELTS, TOEFL
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MSc Computer Science Software Engineering
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Existing university comparison: fees, entry conditions and ranking editions must be confirmed with the university for your chosen programme and intake. The research below covers country planning, not a fresh verification of every table entry.
Scroll to explore the milestones. We help you understand what to prepare and what comes next.
A typical international degree-student route where immigration permission is required. Steps can overlap; nationality, course and official decisions determine your exact route. This is a planning guide, not your application status.
Check Studyinfo and the institution for joint or separate application dates.
Submit documents and complete any entrance examination, interview or other assessment.
Observe the acceptance deadline and the rules on accepting a place for the same academic term.
Check your fee or scholarship terms and prepare the evidence required for a student residence permit.
If required, use Migri’s process and follow instructions to prove your identity.
Confirm the decision and required residence card before arranging your journey.
Complete attendance registration, local formalities and orientation, and keep your insurance valid.
Study in Finland advises against relying on it: finding work can be difficult, particularly without Finnish or Swedish. Plan to cover your costs independently.
No. UniHunts helps with preparation and clarity. Universities make their own admission and scholarship decisions using their published criteria.
