Study in FinlandStudy in Finland
The world’s happiest country for eight years running, with a famous education system and two years to find work after graduation.
Why study in Finland?
Happiest country
Ranked No. 1 in the World Happiness Report year after year.
Tuition scholarships
Most universities offer 50–100% tuition waivers to strong applicants.
2-year job search
Stay for up to 2 years after graduating to find work or start a company.
Tech & gaming
Home of Nokia, Supercell, Rovio and a thriving start-up scene.
Finland at a glance
- Capital
- Helsinki
- Language
- Finnish, Swedish
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Population
- 5.6 million
- Flight from India
- ≈ 8–9 hrs from Delhi
- Part-time work
- 30 hrs/week on average
Popular student cities
Top universities in Finland
A selection of popular universities among our students. We shortlist from 1,100+ partner institutions based on your profile and budget.
- University of Helsinki
- Aalto University
- Tampere University
- University of Turku
- University of Oulu
- LUT University
- University of Jyväskylä
- Åbo Akademi University
Popular courses
Admission requirements
Requirements vary by university and level. These are the documents most Finland applications need.
Cost of studying in Finland
| Tuition (per year) | €8,000 – €18,000 / yr |
|---|---|
| Tuition in rupees (approx.) | ₹8 – 18 lakh |
| Living costs (per year) | €9,000 – €13,000 / yr |
| Living in rupees (approx.) | ₹9 – 13 lakh |
| Part-time work | 30 hrs/week on average |
| Post-study work | 2 years job-search permit |
Indicative figures for 2026 intakes; they vary by university, course and city. Try the cost calculator
Admission timeline
Planning for the August/September (Jan for some) intake? Here’s when to do what.
- AugResearch & shortlist
Shortlist courses and universities with your counsellor; book your English test (and GRE/GMAT if needed).
- NovTests & documents
Finish your tests, write your SOP, collect LORs, transcripts and CV.
- DecApply
Submit university and scholarship applications — earlier applicants usually get more funding.
- MarOffer & finance
Accept your offer, pay the deposit and arrange your education loan or proof of funds.
- MayVisa
Prepare your visa file, book biometrics and attend the interview if required.
- JulPre-departure
Book accommodation and flights, buy insurance and attend our pre-departure briefing.
- AugIntake begins
Fly out and start your programme.
Finland student visa process
- Accept offer and pay first-year fee
- Apply for residence permit via Enter Finland
- Show funds (€800/month)
- Visit VFS for identification
- Collect residence card
Scholarships for Indian students
- Finland Scholarship (Government)
- University tuition waivers (50–100%)
- Aalto & Helsinki merit scholarships
Finland FAQs
Is Finland very cold?
Do I need Finnish?
Can I work while studying?
Your future has a passport.
Let’s get it stamped.
Counselling is always free — talk to a senior counsellor online, by phone or in person. You pay only for documentation and application processing.