FINLAND
COSTS OF STUDYING IN
FINLAND
University Tuition Fees in Finland (Non-EU/EEA Students)
Tuition fees for international students in Finland vary widely depending on the university, the degree level, and the chosen field of study. For English-taught Bachelor’s programs, fees typically range between €5,000 and €18,000 per academic year, while Master’s programs are usually priced between €9,000 and €18,000. Some highly specialized degrees, such as Medicine, can exceed these ranges significantly.
Field-Specific Trends
In Information Technology, Engineering, and Computer Science, Bachelor’s programs often cost between €5,000 and €18,000 annually, while Master’s degrees average €12,000–€16,000 per year. For example, the University of Oulu charges around €10,000/year for a Bachelor’s in IT, and Aalto University’s Master’s in Computer Science is approximately €15,000/year.
Business, Economics, and Management degrees tend to be slightly more expensive, with Bachelor’s programs ranging from €6,000 to €15,000, and Master’s programs generally between €10,000 and €18,000. A well-known example is Hanken School of Economics, which charges about €12,500/year for its Master’s in Economics.
In Arts, Design, and Architecture, Bachelor’s and Master’s fees usually fall between €6,000 and €15,000, with prestigious programs, such as Aalto University’s Master’s in Design, reaching €15,000/year.
For Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Bachelor’s tuition generally ranges from €5,000 to €13,000, and Master’s from €9,000 to €16,000. A typical example is the University of Helsinki’s MSc in Data Science, which is priced at around €13,000/year.
Medicine and Health Sciences stand apart in terms of cost and selectivity. Medicine can cost anywhere from €12,000 to €25,000/year, with very few spots available for non-EU students. Nursing and other allied health degrees are typically more affordable, usually between €6,000 and €12,000 annually.
Living Costs in Finland
In addition to tuition, students need to budget for living expenses, which typically range from €700 to €1,200 per month depending on the city. This covers housing (approximately €350–€700), food (€200–€350), transportation (€50–€70), and personal expenses.
Scholarship Opportunities
Many universities offer merit-based scholarships covering 25% to 100% of tuition fees. At the Master’s level, the Finland Scholarship is available, which includes full tuition coverage and a €5,000 relocation grant. Each institution has its own criteria, so applicants should check directly with their chosen university.
Average Annual Cost of Study
Taking averages across fields, a typical Bachelor’s program for a non-EU student in Finland costs about €10,000/year in tuition, while Master’s programs average €13,000/year. Medicine is considerably higher, averaging around €18,000/year. When adding average living expenses of roughly €9,000 annually, the total estimated yearly cost is about €19,000 for Bachelor’s, €22,000 for Master’s, and €27,000 for Medicine. These figures can vary depending on lifestyle choices, university location, and available scholarships.