Study in Finland with University of Turku Excellence Scholarships for Master’s Programs
Available Fields of Study
Natural and Life Sciences
Technology and Innovation
Business and Economics
Humanities and Social Sciences
Education
Public Health and Biomedicine
Scholarship Benefits
Full or partial tuition fee waiver (100% or 50%) for the two-year Master’s program
Additional scholarship covering second-year tuition for students who excel in the first year (45–55 ECTS credits with good grades required)
Awarded to top academic performers, typically the best 30% of admitted international students
Exclusively for students required to pay tuition fees (non-EU/EEA/Swiss students)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be from outside the EU/EEA or Switzerland and liable for tuition fees
Apply to a full-time, English-taught Master’s program
Have an excellent academic record during bachelor’s studies
Maintain strong academic performance during the first year to qualify for the second-year scholarship
Final Thoughts
The University of Turku Excellence Scholarships offer international students a transformative opportunity to pursue world-class Master’s education in Finland. With substantial tuition support and the chance to join a top 1% globally ranked university, students can focus on academic excellence, research, and personal growth while preparing for impactful global careers.
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How to Apply
Excellence Scholarships are awarded as part of the Master’s program admission process. No separate scholarship application is required. Applicants should submit their Master’s admission application by the program-specific deadlines indicated on the University of Turku website. Scholarship decisions are confirmed upon academic acceptance.