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University of Helsinki

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University of Helsinki is in Helsinki, Finlande; 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

Les étudiants internationaux doivent aussi prévoir un budget pour l'assurance santé, le visa et les frais de voyage, qui ne figurent pas ici.

À titre indicatif uniquement. Vérifié automatiquement à partir des pages officielles de l'université le 2026-11-12 ; mise à jour assurée par Jordan Lee, rédacteur. Les universités peuvent modifier leurs politiques à tout moment : confirmez sur la page officielle avant de candidater. Vous avez repéré une erreur ? Signalez-la-nous.

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 janv. (Round 1) Last round: Round 2, 23 mars.
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.

Aide financière et conditions pour les étudiants internationaux

Aides et admission pour les candidats internationauxAucune aide sur critères financiers pour les étudiants internationaux de premier cycle
Les étudiants internationaux ne sont pas éligibles à l'aide financière de l'établissement fondée sur les besoins ; seules des bourses au mérite ou des financements extérieurs sont possibles.
Sources (2)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“All degree students at the University of Helsinki must fund their studies and living expenses themselves.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
Couvre la totalité des besoins financiersNon — ne s'engage pas à couvrir la totalité des besoins
Sources (2)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“All degree students at the University of Helsinki must fund their studies and living expenses themselves.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
Bourses au mériteNon — l'aide est fondée sur les besoins, pas sur le mérite
Sources (2)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“The University of Helsinki does not offer scholarships for applicants to the Bachelor's Programme in Science.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
Niveau d'anglaisTest d'anglais obligatoire, sauf dispense
  • TOEFL iBT (nouvelle échelle de 1 à 6): 4.5 (no section below 4)
  • TOEFL iBT (ancienne échelle de 0 à 120): 92 (Writing at least 22)
  • IELTS, score global: 6.5 (no section below 6)
  • PTE Academic: 68 (Writing at least 61)
Sources (8)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“When you apply to our English-language Bachelor's programmes, you must prove your language skills in English.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“You can prove your language skills with upper-secondary education conducted in English in the following countries:”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“If the test was taken on 21.1.2026 or later:”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“TOEFL iBT (Internet-based) 4.5, a minimum score of 4 in all the sections”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“If the test was taken before 21.1.2026:”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“TOEFL iBT (Internet-based) 92, a minimum score of 22 in the writing section”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“Overall score 6.5, with a minimum score of 6.0 in all the sections.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“Overall score 68, with a minimum score of 61 in the writing section.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
Conditional admission / English pathwayNot yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗
Degree programmes taught in EnglishYes
Sources (1)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“The University of Helsinki offers two interdisciplinary Bachelor's programmes with teaching in English: Liberal Arts and Sciences and Science.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 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
Source (2)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“Scope of studies and length 180 ECTS credits, 3 years”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“Language English”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English · Bachelor's Programme in Science: Bachelor's Programme in Science · 3 years
Source (2)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“Scope of studies and length 180 ECTS credits, 3 years”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“Language English”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 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
Source (2)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
Application fee
€100 one-time (≈ US$111)
Source (1)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
Application requirement
English proficiency test: Required
Source (1)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“When you apply to our English-language Bachelor's programmes, you must prove your language skills in English.”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12

Deadlines (2027 entry)

Round 1 — Application — august19 janv.
Source (2)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
Round 2 — Application — august23 mars
Source (2)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 — consultez le site de l'université ↗
Living costs (college estimate)€1,000–€1,300 per month (≈ US$1,100–1,400) (reference)
Student health insuranceNot yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗
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)
Sources (7)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“Tuition fee per year (only for non-EU/EEA citizens): 13 000 EUR”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“Tuition fee per year (only non-EU/EEA citizens): 13 000 EUR”
www.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“You must also have valid insurance.”
www.studyinfinland.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“You must prove sufficient finances and insurance when applying for a student residence permit.”
studyinfinland.fi ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 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
Source (2)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“Hoas cannot guarantee housing for all students.”
studies.helsinki.fi ↗ · vérifié le 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
Source (2)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
“students with a student residence permit may work up to 30 hours per week on average”
www.studyinfinland.fi ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12
Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa)
30 government rule
Source (1)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 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
Source (2)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“Finland offers a two-year post-study permit which allows you to look for work or start a business.”
www.studyinfinland.fi ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12

Lieu

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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