finland scholarship 2025/2026

• • Government Scholarships:

    The Finnish government provides scholarships through the Study in Finland initiative. These scholarships can be fully funded, covering living expenses and tuition.
  • University Scholarships:

    Finnish universities offer various scholarships to attract international students. These scholarships may be merit-based, need-based, or target specific fields of study.

    Organization Scholarships: Some organizations and foundations also offer scholarships for international students studying in Finland

    HOW TO APPLY FOR BACHELOR’S AND MASTER’S

    There are typically two main application processes for higher education degree programmes in Finland: the joint application system and separate, institution-specific applications. Each study programme may have its own application process and timeline, so it’s important to research the specific requirements and deadlines of the university and programme you are interested in to ensure you apply correctly and on time.

    Joint Application:

• • Apply to up to six programmes with one application in January for autumn (September) study start. Limited programmes are also available in September, for studies starting in January.
  • Separate Applications: For programs outside the joint application periods, details vary, so check the programme search at  https://opintopolku.fi/konfo/en/   or connect with the institutions directly.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Below are some examples of the Finland Scholarship and their requirements/processes:
    Specific Examples:
    • Finland Scholarship:This is a popular scholarship program offered by many Finnish universities. It typically covers full tuition and provides a relocation grant.

    • Hanken School of Economics Scholarships:Hanken offers scholarships for students from developing countries and merit-based scholarships.

    • University of Helsinki Scholarships:The University of Helsinki offers scholarships for non-EU/EEA students pursuing master’s programs.

    • University of Turku Scholarships:The University of Turku also has scholarships for international students.

    • Aalto University Scholarships:Aalto University offers scholarships for outstanding students.

    • CIMO Doctoral Fellowships:CIMO (Finnish National Agency for Education) offers doctoral fellowships for international researchers.

    • EDUFI Fellowships:The EduFI program (managed by Education Finland) promotes Finland’s research and education system by providing fellowships to international students and researchers.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

    ELIGIBILITY FOR BACHERLOR AND MASTER’S IN FINLAND SCHOLARSHIP

    Bachelor’s Programmes: You’ll need a high-school diploma that qualifies you for higher education in your home country.

    Master’s Programmes: A bachelor’s degree is required. UAS master’s programmes also need two years of relevant work experience                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

    Finland Scholarship 2025/2026 programme

    Bachelor’s programmes

    Bachelor’s programmes are a type of higher education study programmes where a bachelor’s degree is awarded upon completion. Bachelor’s degree is an undergraduate academic degree awarded by universities and universities of applied sciences upon completion of a course of study lasting three to four and a half years demonstrating:
    • Advanced knowledge of a field of work or study, involving a critical understanding of theories and principles,
    • advanced skills, demonstrating mastery and innovation, required to solve complex and unpredictable problems in a specialized field of work or study and
    • Manage complex technical or professional activities or projects, taking responsibility for decision-making in unpredictable work or study contexts; take responsibility for managing professional development of individuals and groups.
      

      Who can apply for bachelor’s level studies?

      In most cases you are eligible to apply for bachelor’s level studies in Finland if you are eligible to apply for higher education in your home country.
      Eligibility to apply for bachelor’s degree programmes depends on having completed at least one of the following:
      • the Finnish matriculation examination
      • an International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma
      • a European Baccalaureate (EB) diploma
      • a Reifeprufung (RP) diploma or Deutsche Internationale Abitur (DIA) diploma
      • vocational qualifications of three years or more in duration
      • a Finnish vocational upper secondary qualification, a further or specialist vocational qualification, or a comparable previous qualification or
      • a foreign qualification that provides eligibility for higher education studies in the awarding country
      Depending on the higher education institution, you can additionally be eligible if you hold an Advanced International Certificate of Education degree (AICE) in Finland, have the right to study towards a university degree in Finland, or hold a degree conferred by a Finnish higher education institution or at least a bachelor’s level degree conferred by a foreign institution.
      Also check language skill requirements from the higher education institution before you apply.
      Always check specific admission criteria directly from the study programme description before you fill out an application form.

    Master’s programmes

    Master’s programmes are a type of higher education study programmes . A master’s degree is an academic degree awarded by universities and universities of applied sciences upon completion of a course of study lasting one to two years after a bachelor’s degree, demonstrating:
    • highly specialized knowledge, some of which is at the forefront of knowledge in a field of work or study, as the basis for original thinking and/or research,
    • specialized problem-solving skills required in research and/or innovation in order to develop new knowledge and procedures and to integrate knowledge from different fields and
    • Manage and transform work or study contexts that are complex, unpredictable and require new strategic approaches; take responsibility for contributing to professional knowledge and practice and/or for reviewing the strategic performance of teams

• Who can apply for master’s level studies in universities?

  In order to be eligible to apply for a master’s level degree programme in a university you must have completed (or must complete by a specific deadline determined by the university) a bachelor’s degree from a university or a university of applied sciences (UAS) bachelor’s degree.
  Always check specific admission criteria directly from the study programme description.

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