Two English bachelors
The University of Helsinki offers two English-taught bachelor programmes, Liberal Arts and Sciences and Science; most of its English teaching is at master level (nearly 40 programmes).
Partner university · Helsinki, Finland
University of Helsinki
Finland's oldest and largest university, research-intensive, with English-taught master's programmes across the sciences and humanities.
QS World #123QS World Rankings 2027
From EUR 13,000Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1640Public university
31,312Students
About the university
Why students choose the University of Helsinki
Finland's oldest and largest university, research-intensive, with English-taught master's programmes across the sciences and humanities.
We apply here for direct entry. Entry requirements vary by programme, so the first step is a review of your transcripts and English score against the specific course you want.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: University of Helsinki, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
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SAT or ACT for foreign diplomas
Applicants with a school diploma completed outside Finland (other than IB, EB, RP or DIA taken in Finland) apply in admission group 1 and must submit SAT or ACT scores sent directly by the test organiser.
Application period
For autumn 2027, admission group 1 applies from 5 to 19 January 2027; predicted results and SAT/ACT scores are due by 26 January 2027.
English requirement
All bachelor applicants must prove English skills; for IELTS Academic the minimum is 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in every section.
Certified, translated documents
Diplomas from outside Finland need the school's official stamp and signature and an authorised translation into English, Finnish or Swedish if issued in another language.
Conditional admission
Students still finishing school can be admitted conditionally and must submit their final certified diploma by 31 August 2027 or lose the place.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What the University of Helsinki costs
Fee period: Per academic year (fee fixed for the whole programme)
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at helsinki.fi. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateEUR 13,000per year
PostgraduateEUR 13,000 - 18,000per year
University of Helsinki Scholarship (master's)50% or 100% tuition fee waiverFor excellent fee-paying non-EU/EEA students admitted to an international master's programme; most awards are 50% and living costs are not covered.
Dean's award (bachelor's)EUR 1,000English-language bachelor programmes have no fee waivers, but may give second and third year students this award based on study performance.Programmes
Popular courses at the University of Helsinki
Master's Programme in Computer Science
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Master's Programme in Data Science
2 years Course page
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to the University of Helsinki, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of Helsinki is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at the University of Helsinki: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does the University of Helsinki cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees start from EUR 13,000 a year and go up to EUR 13,000, depending on the course.
Does the University of Helsinki offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. University of Helsinki Scholarship (master's) (50% or 100% tuition fee waiver); Dean's award (bachelor's) (EUR 1,000). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into the University of Helsinki?
GESCO applies to the University of Helsinki by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is the University of Helsinki?
The University of Helsinki is in Helsinki, Finland. It was founded in 1640.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of Helsinki?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of Helsinki directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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