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Study in Finland: International Student Guide

Research-led universities, applied-science pathways and English-taught degrees.

Overview

Finland offers recognised European higher education across universities and professionally oriented institutions. This planning guide does not replace institution or immigration instructions.

Why Study Here

Key attractions include student-centred teaching, strong technology and sustainability sectors, modern facilities and employer links.

Academic Requirements

Applicants should expect the relevant prior qualification; programmes may use entrance exams, SAT, portfolios, interviews or subject prerequisites. The institution makes the final admission decision.

Language Requirements

English-taught programmes normally require an accepted English test; locally taught programmes require the relevant national language. Scores and exemptions are institution-specific.

Financial Requirements

Plan for tuition for many non-EU/EEA English-taught degrees, living costs, insurance, student fees and residence charges. Do not rely on part-time work as guaranteed funding.

Proof of Funds

Applicants should document current funds and insurance specified by the Finnish Immigration Service, normally under the student's control. Use recent, traceable evidence and the exact current official checklist.

Family Info

Family rights are not automatic. Eligibility depends on residence status, relationship evidence, housing, insurance and extra funds; each family member normally applies separately.

Work Info

For work during study, a student permit may allow limited work averaged over the statutory period; verify the live Migri limit. Study must remain the main purpose of residence.

Important Notes

Apply through Studyinfo or the institution and begin early for document verification, tuition, scholarships, insurance and permit processing. Requirements can change, so recheck official sources before every submission.

Study in Finland: Starter Guide

A practical starting point for planning university applications, documents, finances, and residence-permit preparation for Finland.

Overview

Finland offers research universities and universities of applied sciences with programs across many fields. Begin by matching your academic background to a course, confirming the intake and deadlines, and preparing documents well in advance.

Why Study Here

Students can explore a student-focused education environment, internationally oriented programs, modern learning facilities, and study options that connect academic learning with practical skills.

Academic Requirements

Requirements vary by institution and course. Applicants commonly need academic certificates and transcripts, identification, proof of eligibility for the chosen level, and any program-specific entrance exam, portfolio, motivation, or reference documents.

Language Requirements

The institution decides which language tests and scores it accepts. Check the exact program page for minimum overall and component scores, exemptions, test validity, and document deadlines.

Financial Requirements

Prepare a complete budget for tuition where applicable, housing, food, local transport, insurance, permit-related fees, travel, and personal expenses. Costs vary by city and lifestyle, so keep a contingency amount.

Proof of Funds

Residence-permit financial evidence must meet the current official rules. Before applying, confirm the required amount, acceptable evidence, access to funds, tuition arrangements, insurance, and any source-of-funds documents with Finland’s official immigration authority.

Family Info

Family options depend on current residence rules and individual circumstances. Plan for additional funds, insurance, housing, processing time, and relationship documents before submitting linked applications.

Work Info

Work rights, hour limits, and post-study pathways are governed by current permit conditions. Do not rely on part-time work as the primary way to fund tuition or living costs.

Important Notes

This starter guide is general planning information, not a guarantee of admission or a residence permit. Requirements and fees change; verify all final decisions with the institution and Finland’s official authorities.

Estimated Costs

Indicative monthly living costs

Living

EUR 800–1200

Indicative annual tuition for non-EU/EEA English-taught degrees

Tuition

EUR 8000–20000

Document Checklist

Valid passport
Passport valid for the intended travel and study period.
Academic certificates and transcripts
Final certificates and complete transcripts for every qualification used.
Certified translations
Certified translations when documents are not in an accepted language.
English-language evidence
An accepted test such as IELTS, TOEFL or PTE; scores and exemptions vary.
Statement of purpose and CV
A programme-specific motivation statement and current CV where requested.
Admission or enrolment letter
The final confirmation issued by the recognised institution.
Proof of funds
Recent, traceable evidence for tuition and living costs in the required format.
Health insurance
Insurance meeting the destination country's rules for the required period.
Accommodation evidence
A booking, tenancy or dormitory confirmation when required.
Visa and residence-permit documents
Forms, photos, biometrics, receipts and country-specific declarations.

Official Sources

Studyinfo Finland / Opintopolku public course API

Course Discovery

3398 programmes · synced locally from official sources

Official source: Studyinfo Finland / Opintopolku public course API

Last updated: 1 week ago · Last verified: 21 Sept 2026

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LevelFieldUniversityLanguageIntakeTuitionCity

Agrolog (YH), flerform

Raseborg· Raasepori

High confidence

Bachelor'sSwedishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification

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Agrologi (AMK), maaseutuelinkeinot

Mustiala· Tammela

High confidence

Bachelor'sFinnishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification
Next intake: Application on the basis of studies completed in Open Higher education, Häme UAS, autumn 2026; · deadline 30 Nov 2026

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Agrologi (AMK), maaseutuelinkeinot, erillishaut

Oulu University of Applied Sciences· Oulu

High confidence

Bachelor'sFinnishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification
Next intake: Oulu University of Applied Sciences, Oamk Highway Application, Autumn 2026; · starts 1 Jan 2027· deadline 10 Sept 2026

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Agrologi (AMK), maaseutuelinkeinot, monimuotototeutus

Oulu University of Applied Sciences· Oulu

High confidence

Bachelor'sFinnishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification
Next intake: Joint Application to Degree Programmes in Finnish/Swedish, Spring 2027; · starts 1 Aug 2027· deadline 23 Mar 2027

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Agrologi (AMK), maaseutuelinkeinot, päivätoteutus

Oulu University of Applied Sciences· Oulu

High confidence

Bachelor'sFinnishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification
Next intake: Joint Application to Degree Programmes in Finnish/Swedish, Spring 2027; · starts 1 Aug 2027· deadline 23 Mar 2027

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Agrologi (AMK), monimuoto-opinnot, Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi· Rovaniemi

High confidence

Bachelor'sFinnishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification
Next intake: Joint Application to Degree Programmes in Finnish/Swedish, Spring 2026; · starts 1 Aug 2026· deadline 24 Mar 2026

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Agrologi (AMK), monimuotototeutus

Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences· Seinäjoki

High confidence

Bachelor'sFinnishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification
Next intake: Joint application to higher education autumn 2026; · starts 1 Jan 2027· deadline 10 Sept 2026

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Agrologi (AMK), monimuotototeutus

Iisalmen kampus· Iisalmi

High confidence

Bachelor'sFinnishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification
Next intake: Transfer application, Savonia UAS, studies starting in spring 2026 (2026-12-31); · starts 1 Jan 2027· deadline 1 Jan 2027

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Agrologi (AMK), päivätoteutus

Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences· Seinäjoki

High confidence

Bachelor'sFinnishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification
Next intake: Joint Application to Degree Programmes in Finnish/Swedish, Spring 2026; · starts 1 Aug 2026· deadline 24 Mar 2026

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Agrologi (AMK), päivätoteutus

Iisalmen kampus· Iisalmi

High confidence

Bachelor'sFinnishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification
Next intake: Transfer application, Savonia UAS, studies starting in spring 2026 (2026-12-31); · starts 1 Jan 2027· deadline 1 Jan 2027

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Agrologi (AMK), päivätoteutus

Raseborg· Raasepori

High confidence

Bachelor'sSwedishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification

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Agrologi (AMK), Turku, päivätoteutus

Turku, Piispankatu· Turku

High confidence

Bachelor'sSwedishAgriculture

Tuition: Tuition requires verification
Next intake: Separat ansökan 2026 (augusti-oktober) för sökande som har avlagt 30 sp inom öppna yrkeshögskolan, Novia; · deadline 31 Oct 2026

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