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University of Helsinki

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University of Helsinki is in Helsinki, Finlandia; its bachelor's degrees are taught in English. Tuition for international students: €13,000 (≈ US$14,400) per year (reference). Standard entry requirements: High school diploma providing eligibility for higher education in Finland; International Baccalaureate diploma. Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 92. Applying: intake: august; application fee €100.

✓ 24 facts from 9 official pages, each with the exact sentence it comes from · checked 2026-11-12 · How we verify

Los estudiantes internacionales también deben presupuestar seguro médico, visa y gastos de viaje que no se muestran aquí.

Solo de referencia. Verificado automáticamente con las páginas oficiales de la universidad el 2026-11-12; mantenido por Jordan Lee, editor. Las universidades pueden cambiar sus políticas en cualquier momento: confirma en la página oficial antes de postular. ¿Encontraste un error? Avísanos.

Quick summary

Cost per yeartuition €13,000 per year (≈ US$14,400) (varies by programme)
Money from the collegeNeed-based aid: none for international students.
Merit scholarships: none.
No named scholarship is confirmed open to international students yet.
Chances of admissionHigh school diploma providing eligibility for higher education in Finland. International Baccalaureate diploma. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ English minimum: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL (1–6) 4.5, TOEFL 92, PTE 68.
Application deadlinesEarliest: 19 ene (Round 1) Last round: Round 2, 23 mar.
Where and how students liveHelsinki · 17 km from HEL airport
HousingFirst-year housing: Not offered
Working while studyingHolders of a Finnish residence permit for studies may work in paid employment for an average of up to 30 hours per week.
After graduationResidence permit to look for work or start a business after completing a degree in Finland; it can be granted for a maximum of two years (decided by Migri).

Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.

Ayuda financiera y requisitos para estudiantes internacionales

Ayuda y admisión para solicitantes internacionalesSin ayuda por necesidad económica para estudiantes internacionales de pregrado
Los estudiantes internacionales no son elegibles para ayuda institucional por necesidad económica; solo para becas por mérito o financiamiento externo.
Fuentes (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“All degree students at the University of Helsinki must fund their studies and living expenses themselves.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“The University of Helsinki does not have any type of fund or support system for students in financial difficulty and cannot provide financial assistance in any case of emergency.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Cubre toda la necesidad económicaNo — no promete cubrir toda la necesidad económica
Fuentes (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“All degree students at the University of Helsinki must fund their studies and living expenses themselves.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“The University of Helsinki does not have any type of fund or support system for students in financial difficulty and cannot provide financial assistance in any case of emergency.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Becas por méritoNo — la ayuda se basa en la necesidad, no en el mérito
Fuentes (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The University of Helsinki does not offer scholarships for applicants to the Bachelor's Programme in Science.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Please note that the University of Helsinki does not offer scholarships for applicants to the Bachelor's Programme in Liberal Arts and Science.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Dominio del inglésExamen de inglés obligatorio, salvo que se aplique una exención
  • TOEFL iBT (nueva escala de 1–6): 4.5 (no section below 4)
  • TOEFL iBT (escala anterior de 0–120): 92 (Writing at least 22)
  • IELTS global: 6.5 (no section below 6)
  • PTE Academic: 68 (Writing at least 61)
Fuentes (8)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“When you apply to our English-language Bachelor's programmes, you must prove your language skills in English.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“You can prove your language skills with upper-secondary education conducted in English in the following countries:”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“If the test was taken on 21.1.2026 or later:”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“TOEFL iBT (Internet-based) 4.5, a minimum score of 4 in all the sections”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“If the test was taken before 21.1.2026:”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“TOEFL iBT (Internet-based) 92, a minimum score of 22 in the writing section”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Overall score 6.5, with a minimum score of 6.0 in all the sections.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Overall score 68, with a minimum score of 61 in the writing section.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Conditional admission / English pathwayNot yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗
Degree programmes taught in EnglishYes
Fuentes (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The University of Helsinki offers two interdisciplinary Bachelor's programmes with teaching in English: Liberal Arts and Sciences and Science.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Programmes

Bachelor's programme
Programmes taught in English · Bachelor's Programme in Liberal Arts and Sciences: Bachelor's Programme in Liberal Arts and Sciences · 3 years
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Scope of studies and length 180 ECTS credits, 3 years”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Language English”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English · Bachelor's Programme in Science: Bachelor's Programme in Science · 3 years
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Scope of studies and length 180 ECTS credits, 3 years”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Language English”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Applying

Academic entry requirement for your school qualification
  • High school diploma providing eligibility for higher education in Finland ↗
  • International Baccalaureate diploma ↗
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗
Intakes (start months) for first-year entry
august
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“For studies starting in autumn 2027, the application periods are 5–19 Jan 2027 (Admission group 1) OR 9–23 March 2027 (Admission group 2).”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Documents stating that a student is not liable to pay tuition fees must be valid when the semester starts on 1 August 2026.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Application fee
€100 one-time (≈ US$111)
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The fee is a one-time national fee of 100 euros that covers all applications to studies beginning in the same academic term.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Application requirement
English proficiency test: Required
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“When you apply to our English-language Bachelor's programmes, you must prove your language skills in English.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Deadlines (2027 entry)

Round 1 — Application — august19 ene
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“For studies starting in autumn 2027, the application periods are 5–19 Jan 2027 (Admission group 1) OR 9–23 March 2027 (Admission group 2).”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“You must submit your application during the application period from 5 to 19 Jan 2027 (the application period closes at 23.59 UTC+2).”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Round 2 — Application — august23 mar
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“For studies starting in autumn 2027, the application periods are 5–19 Jan 2027 (Admission group 1) OR 9–23 March 2027 (Admission group 2).”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“You must submit your application during the application period from 9 to 23 March 2027 (the application period closes at 23.59 UTC+2).”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.

Costs for international students

TuitionProgrammes taught in English · Bachelor's Programme in Liberal Arts and Sciences: €13,000 per year (≈ US$14,400) (reference)
Programmes taught in English · Bachelor's Programme in Science: €13,000 per year (≈ US$14,400) (reference)
Tuition rule for international students at public universities (government)Students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland generally need to pay tuition fees for English-taught bachelor's and master's degree programmes in Finland.
Housing and mealsNot yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗
Living costs (college estimate)€1,000–€1,300 per month (≈ US$1,100–1,400) (reference)
Student health insuranceNot yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗
Health insurance rule for the student visaYou must have valid insurance when you apply for a student residence permit; the detailed insurance requirements are set by Migri.
Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel)€9,600 per year (≈ US$10,600) (reference)
Fuentes (7)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Tuition fee per year (only for non-EU/EEA citizens): 13 000 EUR”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Tuition fee per year (only non-EU/EEA citizens): 13 000 EUR”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland generally need to pay tuition fees for English-taught bachelor's and master's degree programmes in Finland.”
www.studyinfinland.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“It means that the monthly living costs for a student in Helsinki are 1000-1300€ or even more, depending on your spending habits.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“You must also have valid insurance.”
www.studyinfinland.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“You must prove sufficient finances and insurance when applying for a student residence permit.”
studyinfinland.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Please note that although 9600 euros per year is considered sufficient funds for receiving a residence permit (as of 1 Nov 2024), it will be very tight to live with it in Helsinki.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-12; the college charges in its own currency.

Where students live

First-year on-campus housing
Not offered
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Please note that the University of Helsinki itself does not provide accommodation for students and does not offer key pick up service.”
studies.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“Hoas cannot guarantee housing for all students.”
studies.helsinki.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Work and after graduation

Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government)
Holders of a Finnish residence permit for studies may work in paid employment for an average of up to 30 hours per week. government rule
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“If you have a Finnish residence permit for studies, you are allowed to work in paid employment for an average of up to 30 hours per week.”
www.studyinfinland.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“students with a student residence permit may work up to 30 hours per week on average”
www.studyinfinland.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa)
30 government rule
Fuente (1)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“If you have a Finnish residence permit for studies, you are allowed to work in paid employment for an average of up to 30 hours per week.”
www.studyinfinland.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
Post-study work visa (name and length)
Residence permit to look for work or start a business after completing a degree in Finland; it can be granted for a maximum of two years (decided by Migri). government rule
Fuente (2)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Finland offers a two-year post-study permit which allows you to look for work or start a business.”
www.studyinfinland.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12
“The permit can be granted for a maximum of two years, subject to the Finnish Immigration Service’s eligibility and financial requirements.”
www.studyinfinland.fi ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12

Ubicación

City / stateHelsinki
Nearest major airportHelsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL), about 17 km in a straight line
MapView on OpenStreetMap ↗

Location from Wikidata Q28695 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).

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