University of Turku Merit Scholarship
Merit-based tuition scholarship for non-EU/EEA international students in bachelor's or master's programmes at the University of Turku (Finland); scheme revised for 2026 intake — check utu.fi for current terms.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate, Master’s
Destination
Finland
Funding
Merit-based tuition fee reduction; amount and tiers depend on the current post-2026 scheme — check utu.fi.
Eligible applicants
Non-EU/EEA/Swiss fee-paying students; bachelor's or master's at UTurku; merit-based; check utu.fi for post-2026 scheme details
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Overview
University of Turku Merit Scholarship is offered by University of Turku for Undergraduate, Master’s study in Finland. Confirm the current cycle on the official page before applying.
What this scholarship covers
Tuition fee scholarship (amount varies by current scheme)
Included
Merit-based tuition fee reduction; amount and tiers depend on the current post-2026 scheme — check utu.fi. 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
Based on the provider’s published information
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: Fee-paying international students.
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordCompetitive
- Merit-based selection; academic results and motivation
- 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
- AdmissionRequired
- Must be admitted to a degree programme at UTurku; apply alongside admissions
Official eligibility summary
Open to: Non-EU/EEA/Swiss fee-paying students; bachelor's or master's at UTurku; merit-based; check utu.fi for post-2026 scheme details. University of Turku also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
Applicant profile
- Non-EU/EEA/Swiss fee-paying students; bachelor's or master's at UTurku; merit-based; check utu.fi for post-2026 scheme details
Study route
- Undergraduate, Master’s study in Finland
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to: Non-EU/EEA/Swiss fee-paying students; bachelor's or master's at UTurku; merit-based; check utu.fi for post-2026 scheme details. University of Turku also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
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
- UTurku admissions and scholarship application
How to apply
- 1
Apply for admission to a UTurku programme
- 2
Apply for the merit scholarship alongside the admissions application (check process on utu.fi)
Application timeline
Application cycle
Tied to admissions deadlines (usually January–February). Check utu.fi for current terms and dates for the 2027 intake.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
University of Turku
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 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.