University of Helsinki
Helsinki, Finland helsinki.fi(opens in a new tab)Founded 1640
Overview
Finland's oldest and largest university, with English-taught bachelor's and many master's programmes in science, data and social sciences.
- Degree levels
- Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
- Language of instruction
- English
- Ranking
- =123 in QS World University Rankings 2027
QS 2027 indicator scores
Overall 65.3/100- Academic reputation75.1
- Employer reputation36.8
- Employment outcomes92.7
- Faculty–student ratio65.9
- International students13.4
- Citations per faculty59.7
- Sustainability95.4
Scores out of 100, published by QS. Higher is better.
Admissions
- Selectivity
- Highly selective
- A general characterisation, not an admission rate.
- How to apply
- Directly through the university
Requirements
English proficiency
About IELTS 6.5
Commonly IELTS 6.5 (no section below 5.5) — confirm by programme.
Standardized testing
Varies — check policy
Some bachelor's programmes use an entrance exam or SAT.
Deadlines
Application
Joint application typically in early January
These describe the usual timing from previous cycles. Exact dates change every year — confirm them on the official site before planning.
Tuition
Annual tuition (international)
Est. €13,000–€18,000 per year for non-EU students; scholarships available
Scholarships & financial aid
Merit scholarships
University of Helsinki Scholarship Programme covers tuition (sometimes with living support) for top non-EU master's applicants.
Programs
- Data Science
- Computer Science
- Education
- Environmental Change
- Contemporary Societies
Fields: Natural Sciences · Computer Science · Data Science & AI · Social Sciences · Education · Environment & Sustainability
International students
Finnish universities offer a residence-permit route to look for work after graduation.
Application
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