Courses & Scholarships Announcement – University of Eastern Finland Excellence Scholarships 2026
About the Institution
The University of Eastern Finland (UEF), established in 2010 and located in Joensuu and Kuopio, is a leading multidisciplinary public research university. Hosting over 16,000 students from more than 100 countries, UEF offers programs in medicine, economics, social and human sciences, environment, health, law, and technology.
University of Eastern Finland Excellence Scholarships – Fully or Partially Funded
Scholarship Details
UEF provides scholarships for international students applying to English-taught bachelor’s and master’s programs. Scholarships can fully or partially cover tuition fees depending on the program and applicant’s academic performance.
Key Features & Benefits:
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Full tuition fee waiver (100%) or partial tuition waiver (up to 50%).
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Coverage for up to three years (bachelor’s) or two years (master’s).
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Additional support for Finnish language proficiency during studies.
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Special grants for second-year students based on first-year academic performance.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Applicants must be from outside the EU/EEA or Switzerland and subject to tuition fees.
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Must apply to a full-time English-taught bachelor’s or master’s program.
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Strong academic performance is required.
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Second-year continuation requires completion of 45–55 ECTS credits.
Application Deadline: January 21, 2026 (via Studyinfo.fi portal)
Location: Finland