Scholarship Opportunities for International Students in Finland

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  1. Finland Government Scholarships (Finnish National Agency for Education – EDUFI Scholarships)
  • Eligibility: Primarily for doctoral-level studies, but some master’s programs might consider it.
  • Coverage: Partial to full funding, including tuition fees and a monthly allowance.
  • Application: Usually applied through your Finnish university.
  • More Info: Visit the EDUFI website for updates and eligibility criteria.
  1. University-Specific Scholarships

A wealth of scholarship opportunities is available at many Finnish universities for international students. Here are a few examples to get you started:

Aalto University

  • Scholarship Type: Aalto University Scholarships
  • Coverage: Full tuition waiver or 50% of the tuition fee; no monthly stipend.
  • Eligibility: Based on academic performance.
  • Details: Apply through the same portal as the master’s application.

University of Helsinki

  • Scholarship Types:
    • Fully Funded Grant (tuition fee + €5,000 relocation grant)
    • Full Tuition Fee Grant
    • Partial Tuition Fee Grant
  • Eligibility: Non-EU/EEA students in fee-paying master’s programs.
  • Details: Apply with the program application.

Tampere University

  • Scholarship Type: Tampere University Scholarships
  • Coverage: Full or partial tuition fee waiver and a monthly stipend for top candidates.
  • Eligibility: Open to fee-paying students.
  • Details: The scholarship application was submitted alongside the program application.

University of Turku

  • Scholarship Types: Finland Scholarship (Full tuition fee + €5,000 grant) and Tuition Fee Waivers.
  • Eligibility: Non-EU/EEA students.
  • Details: Automatic consideration during application.
  1. Finland Scholarships for Master’s Programs
  • Funded By: Finnish government and participating universities.
  • Coverage: Full tuition fee waiver + €5,000 for living costs in the first year.
  • Eligibility: Non-EU/EEA students applying for eligible master’s programs.
  • Details: Check individual university requirements.
  1. Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degrees (EMJMD)
  • Coverage: Tuition fees, travel, insurance, and a monthly stipend (€1,000 per month).
  • Eligibility: International students applying to Erasmus Mundus programs offered in Finland.
  • Details: Check the Erasmus Mundus catalogue for specific programs.
  1. Other External Scholarships
  • Options:
    • Global Study Awards: For students planning to study in Finland.
    • Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program: For students from developing countries.
    • DAAD Scholarships: Sometimes applicable for studies in Finland.
  • Eligibility: Varies by scholarship.

Steps to Apply

  1. Research universities and master’s programs in Finland.
  2. Check scholarship options available for each university.
  3. Prepare your documents (motivation letter, CV, transcripts, and recommendations).
  4. Apply for scholarships alongside your university application (in most cases).
  5. Track deadlines carefully (typically from November to January).

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