Universities in Finland

With world class education facilities, affordable tuition fees, breathtaking scenery and an inclusive environment, Finland is a very attractive destination in Europe for international students.

See also: Study in Finland

The types of university

There are two types of university in Finland:

• Universities – There are 13 public universities, with a focus on research output, in Finland. These include the University of Helsinki, the University of Turku and Tampere University.
• Universities of Applied Sciences – There are 22 universities with a focus on practical learning in Finland. These include Metropolia University of Applied Sciences and Savonia University of Applied Sciences.

The majority of Finland’s universities are public, but there are also a selection of private universities, such as the Helsinki School of Business.

Popular Finnish cities for international students

• Helsinki – Situated on the southern coast of Finland, Helsinki is the capital of Finland and host to several of the country’s top universities.
• Vaasa – On the west coast in Finland, Vaasa is known for its links to the energy sector and is home to 3 universities.
• Turku – Situated on the south west coast of Finland, Turku enjoys rich history and benefits from the Aura river. There are two universities in Turku and 3 universities of applied sciences.
• Tampere – Situated inland in southern Finland, surrounded by two lakes, Tampere is a popular tourism destination in Finland but is also home to 4 universities.

The top universities in Finland

Finland has many highly rated universities, and features 10 in the QS world university rankings, including the University of Helsinki, Aalto University and the University of Turku.

Table of the top ranked universities in Finland

See below for a list of universities and higher education providers in Finland. Click on universities you are interested in below to read more and to see which courses are available for international students.