Bachelor's and Master's Admissions

Want to study a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Finland? Familiarise yourself with essential information regarding application and admission process. Begin your journey here!

Start Your Journey at Studyinfo.fi

Begin your higher education adventure in Finland by applying online through Studyinfo.fi. This portal is your one-stop for:

  • Program details
  • Eligibility criteria
  • Application guidelines

Need advice? Reach out to the Admissions Services at your chosen university or the university's admissions pages. Applying is free of charge.

Application Options

Joint Application: Apply to up to six programs with one application in January for autumn (September) study start. Limited programs are also available in September, for studies starting in January.

Separate Applications: For programs outside the joint application periods, details vary, so check the program search at Studyinfo.fi or connect with the institutions directly.

Eligibility

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

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

Admissions may include entrance exams, SAT tests, or interviews. Non-native English speakers typically must demonstrate their proficiency through exams like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Cambridge tests. 

For detailed requirements, contact the university you are applying to.

Admission Results and Next Steps 

After your application, universities will review and make decisions, with updates and results provided through Studyinfo.fi.

Accepted students will receive an admission letter with details on how to confirm their spot. Remember, you can only accept one study place per term.

Once accepted, start your student residence permit application early to ensure a smooth start to your studies in Finland.

Looking for a different start? 

Pathway studies offer a fantastic beginning to your bachelor's, allowing you to start from home and finish your degree in Finland after just one year.

UAS Pathway
• Explore the UAS Pathway Studies to Finland program, starting your adventure from home.

• Complete the program and apply to English-taught degree programs at select UAS in Finland.

• Your studies in pathway studies counts towards your degree.

• Uaspath.fi is your go-to for all the details on the process and timeline, click on the link below for more information.
University Pathway Finland
• The University Pathway Finland program is your gateway to degree studies in science, tech, and economics at Finnish unis.

• Kick off your studies remotely, earning credits that may count towards your degree.

• Complete the program and unlock opportunities to join degree programs at Aalto University, Tampere University, or the University of Oulu.

• The University Pathway Finland Programme has all the info you need - click on the link below to find out more!