Master's
Covers 100% of tuition fee
University of Turku
Turku, Finland
"The first Finnish-language university, in Finland's oldest city"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#366 (QS)
PSW VISA
2 years (job-search permit)
About University of Turku
The University of Turku was founded in 1920 as the first Finnish-language university in the country. It has 8 faculties and 4 independent units, with education on campuses in Turku, Pori and Rauma. Over 23,000 students study there, and it offers international master's programmes in English. It is known for life sciences, medicine, social sciences and the humanities.
Rankings & Recognition
#366
Ranked #366 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#398 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Coimbra Group member
Audited by FINEEC (Finland)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Turku's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1920
Founded
Over 23,000
Total Students
1,179
International Degree Students
Over 4,000
Staff and Researchers
18.4%
International Staff
Popular Programs
Education and Learning
Biosciences
Social Sciences
Medicine and Health
Humanities
Law
Application Details
Application Route
Studyinfo.fi online
Application Fee
EUR 100 (non-EU/EEA)
Intakes
September (once a year)
Application Round
January each year
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS Academic (Bachelor's)
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6.0 (no section below 5.5) |
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TOEFL iBT (Bachelor's)
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80 (no section below 16) |
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IELTS Academic (Master's)
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6.5 (no section below 6.0) |
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TOEFL iBT (Master's)
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90 (no section below 20) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student residence permit
Post-Study Work
2 years (job-search permit)
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
EUR 100
Avg Scholarship
Up to 100% tuition waiver
Career Outcomes
46%
Placement Ratio
2 years (job-search permit)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Staff and Researchers — Over 4,000
International Staff — 18.4%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Education is mainly on three campuses: Turku, Pori and Rauma. Turku is a coastal city in south-west Finland.
Campus Details
Turku
Pori
and Rauma campuses
over
23
000
students
Campus Forecast
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Student housing foundations: apply early
Dining
Subsidised student lunches on campus
Health & Wellness
Finnish Student Health Services (YTHS)
Activities & Clubs
Student union
Clubs
Sports
Events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
Over 23,000
International Degree Students
1,179
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Master's
approx. EUR 8,000-12,000 / year
Application Fee
EUR 100
Residence permit funds
EUR 800 / month
Intakes & Deadlines
The University of Turku admits international students once a year, for autumn. Apply in the January joint round on Studyinfo.fi.
Scholarships at University of Turku
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Upper secondary qualification. IELTS 6.0 (no section below 5.5) or TOEFL iBT 80 (no section below 16).
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. IELTS 6.5 (no section below 6.0) or TOEFL iBT 90 (no section below 20).
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (Bachelor's)
6.0 (no section below 5.5)TOEFL iBT (Bachelor's)
80 (no section below 16)IELTS Academic (Master's)
6.5 (no section below 6.0)TOEFL iBT (Master's)
90 (no section below 20)Required Documents
Passport copy
Bachelor's degree certificate
Academic transcripts
English test certificate
Motivation letter
CV
Programme-specific documents
Application fee receipt (EUR 100)
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick an English-taught programme on utu.fi.
2
Apply on Studyinfo
Apply on Studyinfo.fi in the January round and pay the EUR 100 fee if non-EU/EEA.
3
Upload documents
Upload transcripts, degree certificate, English test and programme documents.
4
Admission result
Results come in spring; accept your study place on time.
5
Pay tuition fee
Pay the first-year tuition fee (minus any waiver) to confirm your place.
6
Residence permit
Apply for a student residence permit with Migri, then arrive and register.
Campus & Location
Education is mainly on three campuses: Turku, Pori and Rauma. Turku is a coastal city in south-west Finland.
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