I'm considering applying to universities in Finland as an international student and need to know about available scholarships. Can anyone point me in the right direction for schools that offer financial assistance?
Absolutely, quite a few universities in Finland offer scholarships specifically for international students. Here are a few notable ones:
1. University of Helsinki: They have a grant programme for international students. Scholarships range from 50% tuition waivers to fully-funded options for students accepted into one of their International Master's Programmes.
2. Aalto University: This institution offers a number of scholarships to non-EU/EEA students admitted to their master's degree programs. They also offer a living cost allowance to some tuition fee waiver recipients.
3. University of Oulu: They provide scholarships to international students, covering 50% or 100% of the tuition fee in a 2-year Master’s program.
4. Tampere University: They offer a generous scholarship programme for international students admitted to their English-taught bachelor's and master's degree programmes. The scholarship covers 100% of the tuition fees for the entire duration of the programme.
5. University of Turku: Scholarships are available to students of all nationalities and can cover both the tuition fee and living costs, depending on the programme.
While these are scholarships specifically offered by universities, Finland also has some national scholarships and grants that international students can apply to. I suggest checking each university's website for detailed application procedures, deadlines, and specific requirements. Keep in mind that competition for these scholarships can be quite high, so it's a good idea to also seek out other forms of funding. As always, best of luck with your applications!
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