The University of Helsinki Scholarship is a prestigious opportunity for international students who wish to pursue a Master’s degree or any Postgraduate studies at one of Europe’s top research universities. This scholarship is designed to help talented students from non-EU/EEA countries who are liable to pay tuition fees, offering significant financial support to reduce the cost of studying abroad.
Scholarship Overview
| Host | University of Helsinki |
| Institution | University of Helsinki |
| Study Location | Study in Finland |
| Eligible Countries | International non-EU/EEA nationals |
| Scholarship Category | Masters Scholarships, Postgraduate Scholarships |
| Reward | 50% or 100% tuition fee waivers |
| Application Start Date | 6th January, 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 16th January, 2025 |
| Application Portal Link | https://www.helsinki.fi/en/admissions-and-education |
The scholarship is competitive and intended to reward academic excellence, leadership potential, and motivation. Students who meet the qualifying criteria can receive tuition fee waivers and other study benefits while enrolled in full-time programmes.
Benefits of University of Helsinki Scholarship
- Students can receive either 50% or 100% tuition fee waivers for their Master’s degree programme at the institution.
- Scholarships often include meal discounts at university cafeterias and reduced public transport fares for students in Helsinki.
- Scholarship awards are typically valid for up to two academic years.
- To renew the scholarship for the second year, students must complete at least 55 ECTS credits during their first year of study.
Note: This Scholarship covers tuition fees only as students are expected to fund their own living expenses, accommodation, and other personal costs.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the University of Helsinki Scholarship, applicants generally must:
- Be a non-EU/EEA international student liable to pay tuition fees in Finland.
- Have received admission to a Master’s degree programme at the University of Helsinki.
- Demonstrate excellent academic performance in previous studies.
- Provide proof of English language proficiency (such as IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent).
- Meet all entry and residence permit requirements for studying in Finland.
How to Apply for University of Helsinki Scholarship 2026
- Browse available Master’s programmes at the University of Helsinki and check the specific admission requirements for your field of study.
- Apply for admission through the official University of Helsinki portal.
- Your application must include; Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts, English language test scores, Resume/CV, Motivation letter, and Letters of recommendation
- You will receive result about your scholarship status in your official acceptance e-mail.
The Application deadline for this scholarship is on the Friday, 16th of January, 2026, and interested candidates are asked to apply before the closing date.