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Studying in Finland

Unique merger of tech, business, and arts schools. Strong design and startup culture. Helsinki metro area is one of the safest in the world. Many English programs.

1 School in DirectoryEnglish / FinnishEnglish Programs

Schools

1

Lowest Tuition

$15,000

per year

Avg Acceptance Rate

18%

English Programs

Yes

Essentials for US Students

Visa / Permit

US students need a Finnish residence permit for studies from the Finnish Immigration Service (Migri). Apply online before traveling. The process takes 1–3 months and requires proof of admission, finances (~€6,720/yr), and health insurance.

Application Tip

Aalto University is a merger of the best Finnish schools of technology, business, and arts — creating a unique interdisciplinary environment. Helsinki is Finland's vibrant capital and a hub for Nordic startup culture.

Tuition Overview

Aalto University charges €12,000–€18,000/yr (~$13,500–$20,000 USD) for international students. EU students study for free. The tuition for non-EU students was only introduced in 2017.

School in Finland

Scholarships to Explore

Aalto University Scholarship covers 50–100% of tuition fees for the highest-ranked international applicants. The Finnish Government Scholarship Pool supports study and research visits.

  • Aalto University Scholarship
  • Finland Scholarship

About Studying in Finland as a US Student

There is 1 university in Finland featured in this directory, led by Aalto University (ranked #115 globally by QS). Tuition for international students starts at $15,000/yr, with an average acceptance rate of approximately 18% across all schools. English-medium programs are available, making Finland accessible without prior language training for many degrees.