Business & ManagementBSc (Econ) International Business
Aalto University
- Location
- Mikkeli, Finland
- Indicative tuition
- €12,000 / year
Study in Finland
Home to one of the world's best education systems and a two-year post-study residence permit.
- Indicative tuition
- €8,000–€18,000 per year
- Post-study work
- Up to 2 years
- Student route
- Residence permit for studies
About Finland
Finland is repeatedly ranked among the world's best education systems, with universities that emphasise research, innovation and student wellbeing in a safe, nature-rich environment.
It offers a growing number of English-taught programmes, particularly in technology, business and design, with strong links to industry leaders like Nokia and a thriving startup scene.
Popular student cities
- Helsinki
- Espoo
- Tampere
- Turku
Finland student visa: key facts
The main student route to Finland is the Residence permit for studies. Here's what international students should know.
- Visa type
- Residence permit for studies (issued for the length of the course)
- Work during study
- Up to an average of 30 hours per week
- Post-study work
- Residence permit to seek work, up to 2 years after graduating
- English requirement
- IELTS / TOEFL as required by the programme
- Proof of funds
- Set annual amount to cover living costs
Visa and immigration rules change regularly and depend on your nationality, course and circumstances. The above is a general guide for international students; your Tutopiya counsellor confirms the current requirements before you apply.
Why choose Finland?
World-class education
Consistently ranked among the top education systems globally.
Tech & design strength
Strong programmes and industry links in ICT, engineering and design.
Safe & sustainable
Clean, safe cities and a high standard of living close to nature.
Two-year job search
One of Europe's most generous post-study permits to find work.
Courses in Finland
Programmes we place students into, with entry requirements, intakes and indicative fees.
Business & Management
Data Science & AIBSc (Tech) Science and Technology — Data Science
Aalto University
- Location
- Espoo, Finland
- Indicative tuition
- €12,000 / year
Computer Science & ITMSc (Tech) Computer, Communication and Information Sciences
Aalto University
- Location
- Espoo, Finland
- Indicative tuition
- €15,000 / year
Universities in Finland
Scholarships for Finland
Browse all Finland scholarships- Varies funding
Aalto University Scholarship Programme
Tuition-fee waivers of 50% or 100%, with additional Finland Scholarship holders receiving the €5,000 relocation grant
- Partial funding
Finland Scholarship
A full tuition-fee waiver for the first year plus a €5,000 relocation grant; later years are typically covered by performance-based waivers
- Partial funding
University of Helsinki Scholarship
A tuition-fee waiver of 50% or 100% for the two years of the master's; most awards cover 50%
Counselling to enrolment
How we place you in Finland, free
Three simple steps, and it is free at every one of them.
- 1
Free counselling
A dedicated counsellor gets to know your grades, budget and goals, then maps out the strongest route into your chosen programme, completely free.
- 2
Application support
We prepare your application with you, personal statement, documents and references, and submit it to the university on the right timeline.
- 3
Placement & enrolment
From offer letter to enrolment and visa paperwork, we guide you through every step until you are confirmed and ready to start.
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Not set on Finland?
Compare visa routes, costs and post-study work rights across our other country guides — the same free placement support applies everywhere.
UK & Ireland
North America
Studying in Finland: your questions, answered
What visa do I need to study in Finland?
The main student route is the Residence permit for studies. Visa type: Residence permit for studies (issued for the length of the course). Work during study: Up to an average of 30 hours per week. Post-study work: Residence permit to seek work, up to 2 years after graduating. English requirement: IELTS / TOEFL as required by the programme. Proof of funds: Set annual amount to cover living costs. Visa and immigration rules change regularly and depend on your nationality, course and circumstances, so your Tutopiya counsellor confirms the current requirements before you apply.
How much does it cost to study in Finland?
International tuition typically falls in the range of €8,000–€18,000 per year, and living costs vary by city. Tutopiya's counselling, application and enrolment support is free, so the only cost you take on is the university's own fees.
Is the university placement service really free?
Yes, our service is 100% free. Counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer cost you nothing. There are no consultation fees and no agent fees, because we are funded by our university partners. The only cost you take on is the university’s own tuition or semester fees, which you pay directly to the university after you accept your offer.
What exactly do you help with?
Everything from start to finish: understanding your options, shortlisting the right programme, preparing your application and personal statement, submitting to the university, and guiding you through the offer, enrolment and visa paperwork, all with a dedicated counsellor.
Which universities can you place me into?
We place students into a range of UK and international universities, and we shortlist the best-fit options for your grades, budget and goals rather than pushing a single school. On some pages we run dedicated free placement drives for a specific partner university, and we are always adding more partners. Tell us your goals and your counsellor will map out your options.
Do I need my final results before I apply?
No. We work from predicted grades, so you can start the process well before results day and secure a conditional offer. Once your final grades are in, we help you confirm your place.
What qualifications do you accept?
We place students from IGCSE / O-Level, A-Levels (Cambridge and Edexcel), the IB Diploma, foundation and diploma programmes, and national curricula such as CBSE and ICSE. If your grades are not quite there for direct entry, we advise on an international foundation year.
How soon will someone contact me?
A Tutopiya counsellor contacts you within 24 hours of your enquiry to talk through your options and next steps.