Want to Move Abroad but NO funds? Finland is Paying you €5,000

If you’ve ever dreamt of moving to Finland but money has been the barrier, say no more. The Finland Government Scholarship offers you a golden opportunity to move to Finland on a fully paid for scholarship and study at some of Finland’s most prestigious institutions of higher learning.

Finland Scholarships are offered for Master’s and Doctoral studies at Finnish research and arts universities.

The #FinlandGovernmentScholarship offers international students from outside the EU/EEA help in funding their Master’s university education in Finland by covering €15,000 in first-year tuition fee and a relocation grant of 5000€ as a minimum.

The 5000 euros is paid to a Finnish bank account after the student has arrived in Finland and registered as an attending student to the university.

The 5000 euros scholarship is paid once and only during the first year of the studies.

Many universities offer further scholarship options for the second year of master’s studies.

How do you apply for the Finland Government Scholarship? 

You can apply for the scholarship from the university at the time you’re applying for admission.

There are no separate scholarship application forms.

Please check the application procedure, deadlines and detailed requirements directly from the university.

Which Universities are participating in the Finland Scholarship?

Here is a list of the participating universities’ websites:

• Aalto University
• University of Helsinki
• University of Eastern Finland
• University of Jyväskylä
• University of Lapland
• LUT University
• University of Oulu
• Hanken School of Economics
• University of the Arts Helsinki
• Tampere University
• University of Turku
• University of Vaasa
• Åbo Akademi University

How to Apply for Admission at Universities in Finland

Application for Finland’s universities and universities of applied sciences (UAS) is done online at Studyinfo.fi.

Application methods and deadlines depends on each degree programme.

The  Studyinfo.fi. joint application to study in Finland starting in September is arranged annually in January.

You can use a single application to apply to up to six degree programmes within the same application period.

Some degree programmes have their application periods open outside the joint application period.

Joint application to Finland higher education institutions for degree programmes in English where studies begin in autumn 2024 begins soon!

YOUR 5 STEPS

1. CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAMME

   Use the national application portal database at Studyinfo.fi to find the right option for you. Also check out the individual universities’ own admissions info pages!

2. CHECK ADMISSIONS INFORMATION

   When you have found a study programme that interests you, first get familiar with the admission details and application procedure in the programme description at Studyinfo.fi.

   Admissions Services of the university/UAS you are interested in can advise you on the eligibility criteria, application process and deadlines, and any documents you will need to provide as part of your application.

3. APPLY TO PROGRAMMES AND FOR SCHOLARSHIPS

   Start your application at Studyinfo.fi when the application period is open for the programmes you are interested in. Check the application schedule and other details with the university of your choice.

   Make sure you apply in time before the deadline.

   The universities offer scholarships for those non-EU/EEA students who are required to pay tuition fees.

   You usually apply for a scholarship from the university at the same time when you apply for admission.

   For more info on your scholarship options, see the programme descriptions at Studyinfo.fi, and contact the university.

4. WAIT FOR THE RESULTS – AND CONFIRM YOUR STUDY PLACE

   The universities you have applied to will inform all applicants of their admissions results and those accepted will be guided how to accept the study place offer.

   Be careful however not to miss the deadline for confirming the study place.

   Check the result dates, confirmation deadlines and all other study-related details with the Admissions Services of the Finnish university you’ve applied to.

5. PREPARE FOR ARRIVAL

   If you come from a non-EU/EEA country, you will need to apply for a student residence permit.

   Start you residence permit application as soon as you have received official confirmation on your admission!

   Make sure you have a valid insurance, apply for housing and buy your ticket to Finland.

FINLAND DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS

As part of the Finland Scholarship programme, Finland Fellowships is a funding option for non-EU/EEA students and researchers admitted to start their Doctoral studies at one of Finnish research and arts universities.

The Finland Fellowship contributes to the salary paid by your Finnish university and also includes a € 2,000 arrival grant. Check the Finland Fellowship details with your Finnish university – see list above.

Eligibility Criteria for Finland Government Scholarship

1. Citizen of a non – EU/EEA country.
2. Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
3. Proficient in English
4. Never studied in Finland
5. Not currently enrolled in a Finnish degree program
6. Meet other specific requirements of the chosen university/program