University of Helsinki Scholarship Programme
50% or 100% tuition fee waivers for the two-year master's programmes at the University of Helsinki for fee-liable students with excellent previous results; most waivers are 50%.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Finland
Funding
Two levels: a 50% waiver or a 100% waiver of the tuition fee; the majority are 50%. The waiver lasts two years if the student studies full time (at least 55 ECTS a year) and passes the first-year progress review. It does not cover living expenses. Bachelor's students may receive a EUR 1,000 Dean's award in years two and three.
Eligible applicants
Non-EU/EEA fee-liable applicants to Helsinki master's programmes; apply on the master's application form; waivers also tied to GPA for Helsinki bachelor's graduates
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Overview
University of Helsinki Scholarship Programme is offered by University of Helsinki for Master’s study in Finland. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 12, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- University admissionApply to a University of Helsinki master's programme.
- Master's application attachmentsRequired
What this scholarship covers
50% tuition fee waiver (most common)
Included
100% tuition fee waiver (limited)
May be included
Living expenses
Not included
Two levels: a 50% waiver or a 100% waiver of the tuition fee; the majority are 50%. The waiver lasts two years if the student studies full time (at least 55 ECTS a year) and passes the first-year progress review. It does not cover living expenses. Bachelor's students may receive a EUR 1,000 Dean's award in years two and three. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 12, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 12, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: Non-EU/EEA fee-paying applicants.
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordCompetitive
- Strong academic merit from previous studies; selection is merit-based
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Finland
Official eligibility summary
Applicants eligible for a University of Helsinki master's programme who are liable for tuition fees (citizens of non-EU/EEA countries without permanent residence in Finland), can meet the entry visa and residence permit requirements and show excellent previous results. Waivers are not available for English-language bachelor's programmes. Helsinki bachelor's graduates continuing to a master's can qualify by GPA: 100% for 3.8/5 or higher, 50% for 3.4–3.7/5.
Applicant profile
- Non-EU/EEA fee-liable applicants to Helsinki master's programmes; apply on the master's application form; waivers also tied to GPA for Helsinki bachelor's graduates
Study route
- Master’s study in Finland
Current-cycle criteria
- Applicants eligible for a University of Helsinki master's programme who are liable for tuition fees (citizens of non-EU/EEA countries without permanent residence in Finland), can meet the entry visa and residence permit requirements and show excellent previous results. Waivers are not available for English-language bachelor's programmes. Helsinki bachelor's graduates continuing to a master's can qualify by GPA: 100% for 3.8/5 or higher, 50% for 3.4–3.7/5.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Motivation letter (if the programme requires it)
How to apply
- 1
Choose a master's programme and follow its application instructions
- 2
Apply for the waiver on the same form as the master's application and submit all attachments
- 3
Accept the scholarship agreement after receiving the acceptance email
Application timeline
Application cycle
Apply with the master's application. The waiver page gives no application window for the next round; Helsinki's master's admissions pages list the application period, which the university shows as January for autumn studies.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
University of Helsinki
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 12, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.