If you are an international student considering studying at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF), understanding tuition fees, available waivers, and scholarship opportunities is essential. This guide provides detailed information on financial support, eligibility, deadlines, and other critical aspects to help you plan your finances effectively.

UEF offers various scholarships and tuition fee waivers that can significantly reduce the cost of education for eligible students. However, these funding opportunities are limited and competitive, requiring students to meet deadlines and criteria for successful applications.

Degree Levels

The University of Eastern Finland Scholarships 2025 are available for students pursuing Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs at UEF.

Available Subjects

The scholarships apply to all academic disciplines offered at UEF.

Types of Scholarships and Benefits

1. UEF Scholarship

• Coverage: 100% tuition fee waiver.
• Duration: Covers the entire study period (3 years for a Bachelor’s degree, 2 years for a Master’s degree).

2. UEF Tuition Waiver

UEF provides partial tuition waivers of either 30% or 50% of the total tuition fees.

• Duration:

  • Bachelor’s Degree: Covers 3 academic years (6 semesters).
  • Master’s Degree: Covers 2 academic years (4 semesters).

• Automatic 30% Tuition Waiver is available for students enrolled in the following programs:

  • Environmental Policy and Law
  • Research Chemists
  • Joint Nordic Master Programme in Environmental Law
  • Urban Sustainability Studies (YUFE Bachelor)

• 50% Tuition Waiver:

  • Available for all other international Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs.
  • Only a limited number of students are granted this waiver.

3. Finnish Proficiency Tuition Waivers

UEF encourages students to learn Finnish by offering tuition discounts based on proficiency:

• 100% Tuition Waiver: Given to students who achieve “Intermediate Level 3 or 4” in the YKI Finnish Language Test.
• 50% Tuition Waiver: Awarded to students who complete UEF’s Finnish 3 course.

4. Humanitarian Scholarship (For Temporary Protection Holders)

• Coverage: 100% tuition fee waiver.
• Refund Policy: If a student pays tuition fees but later receives temporary protection status, the fee will be refunded.

Who Can Apply? (Eligible Nationalities)

These scholarships are open to international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

International students from outside the EU, EEA, or Switzerland must pay tuition fees unless they meet one of the following exemption criteria:

• Hold a permanent residence permit (P) or continuous residence permit (A) in Finland (study-related permits do not qualify).
• Have an EU Blue Card or a residence card as a family member of an EU citizen.
• Possess a Brexit residence permit card under the withdrawal agreement.
• Hold a residence permit for temporary protection in Finland.

Important:
To qualify for an exemption, students must provide valid proof of their residence permit at the beginning of the academic year (August 1, 2025).

Application Procedure

Students must apply for scholarships and tuition waivers through the admission application form.

• UEF Scholarship: Apply when submitting the admission application.
• UEF Tuition Waiver: Apply when submitting the admission application.
• Finnish Proficiency Tuition Waiver: Apply during your studies at UEF.
• Humanitarian Scholarship: Apply if you hold temporary protection status in Finland.

Tuition Fees for International Students

International students from outside the EU, EEA, or Switzerland must pay tuition fees for their Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs at UEF.

• Annual Tuition Fee: €10,000 per academic year.
• Total Fees:
  • Bachelor’s Degree: €30,000 for the full 3-year program.
  • Master’s Degree: €20,000 for the full 2-year program.

Payment Deadlines & Discounts

• Final Payment Deadline: August 31, 2025.
• Payment Installments: Students can pay the fee in one or two installments.
• Early Bird Discount: Students who accept their study place and pay via Flywire by June 11, 2025, receive a one-time €500 deduction.

Additional Costs to Consider

While UEF offers scholarships and tuition waivers, students should plan for additional expenses:

1. Living Expenses: Estimated at €700 – €1,200 per month.
2. Health Insurance: Mandatory for non-EU students.
3. Residence Permit Fees: Required for studying in Finland.

How to apply?

The University of Eastern Finland provides several tuition fee waivers and scholarships to support international students. However, since these funding opportunities are highly competitive, students should apply early and also explore other financial aid options.

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