What is the Finland Scholarship and who can get it?

The Finland Scholarship is a national award coordinated by EDUFI and offered by participating universities. It gives non-EU/EEA first-year master's students a 100% first-year tuition waiver plus a EUR 5,000 (approx. NPR 7.5 Lakh) relocation grant. You are usually considered automatically when you apply for the master's via Studyinfo.fi by the deadline.

Can Nepali students get a full tuition scholarship in Finland?

Yes. Many Finnish universities, including Helsinki, Aalto, and Tampere, award 50% or 100% tuition waivers to strong non-EU/EEA applicants, decided at admission. The Finland Scholarship adds a full first-year waiver plus EUR 5,000 for master's students. A high-achieving Nepali applicant can realistically pay little or no tuition.

Do I need a separate application for Finnish scholarships?

Usually no. Most Finnish tuition waivers and the Finland Scholarship are awarded automatically based on your admission application — there is no separate scholarship form. The key is to apply for the degree via Studyinfo.fi by the joint application deadline, since late applicants are typically not considered for awards.

How much is the Finland Scholarship worth?

It covers 100% of first-year tuition (worth roughly EUR 8,000-18,000, approx. NPR 12-27 Lakh, depending on the programme) plus a one-off EUR 5,000 (approx. NPR 7.5 Lakh) grant for relocation and living costs. The waiver and grant can often be renewed for year two if you complete at least 55 credits in year one.

Are there scholarships for bachelor's students in Finland?

Yes. While the national Finland Scholarship is for master's students, universities such as Aalto and Tampere offer 50-100% tuition waivers to outstanding bachelor's applicants too, and Oulu offers early-payment discounts. Always check each university's bachelor-level scholarship terms before applying.

When is the deadline to apply for Finland scholarships?

Most awards follow the degree application timeline. The main joint application via Studyinfo.fi usually opens and closes in early January for the autumn intake, and scholarship consideration is tied to applying by that deadline. Prepare your transcripts, English test, and documents well in advance so you do not miss it.

Finland Scholarships for Nepali Students (2026)

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Scholarships are the single biggest reason Finland is more affordable than its tuition suggests. By law, Finnish universities must offer scholarship opportunities to fee-paying international students, and in practice most award 50% or 100% tuition waivers decided automatically at admission. On top of that, the national Finland Scholarshipgives many first-year non-EU master's students a full tuition waiver plus a EUR 5,000 grant. For a strong Nepali applicant, the real cost of a Finnish degree can be a fraction of the sticker price.

This guide covers the main scholarships open to Nepali students, what each one covers, who qualifies, and exactly how to apply. All NPR figures use an approximate rate of EUR 1 ≈ NPR 150 and are labelled approx. For the wider picture, read the full study in Finland overview and our list of scholarships for Nepali students.

Scholarships at a Glance

Scholarship	Coverage	Level
Finland Scholarship	Full 1st-year tuition + EUR 5,000 grant	Master's
University of Helsinki Scholarship	50% or 100% tuition waiver	Master's
Aalto University Scholarship	50% or 100% tuition waiver	Bachelor's & Master's
Tampere International Scholarship	50% to 100% tuition waiver	Bachelor's & Master's
Oulu / Turku / LUT awards	Early-bird discounts & 50-100% waivers	Bachelor's & Master's

EUR 5,000 is approximately NPR 7.5 Lakh, and a full tuition waiver is worth roughly EUR 8,000-18,000 (approx. NPR 12-27 Lakh) per year. Always confirm current terms on the official university or Study in Finland scholarships page.

The Finland Scholarship (National Award)

The Finland Scholarship is a national award coordinated by the Finnish National Agency for Education (EDUFI) and offered by participating universities. It is the flagship scholarship for non-EU/EEA students starting an English-taught master's degree.

Coverage: 100% tuition fee waiver for the first academic year plus a EUR 5,000 (approx. NPR 7.5 Lakh) one-off grant toward relocation and living costs.
Year two: the tuition waiver and the EUR 5,000 grant can be renewed for the second year if you complete at least 55 credits during your first year (confirm the exact rule at your university).
Eligibility: non-EU/EEA citizens, liable to pay tuition, admitted to a participating two-year master's programme as a first-year student.
How to apply: usually no separate form — you are considered automatically when you apply for the master's through Studyinfo.fi by the joint application deadline.

Read the official details on the Study in Finland scholarships page and verify the participating universities for your intake.

University-Specific Scholarships

University of Helsinki Scholarship

Helsinki awards 50% or 100% tuition fee waivers to top international master's applicants who pay tuition. Selection is merit-based and decided at admission, and some students also receive a separate living-cost grant. No separate application is usually required.

Aalto University Scholarship

Aalto offers 50% or 100% tuition waivers to outstanding non-EU/EEA bachelor's and master's applicants, awarded automatically based on the strength of your application. Given Aalto's reputation in technology, business, and design, these are competitive.

Tampere International Scholarship

Tampere grants 50% to 100% tuition fee waivers to high-achieving non-EU/EEA degree students, with extra bursaries for the strongest candidates. Selection is merit-based and tied to your admission application.

Oulu, Turku & LUT Awards

The University of Oulu offers early-payment discounts in year one and tuition waivers in later years for students who meet academic progress requirements. Turku and LUT similarly offer merit-based 50-100% tuition waivers. These universities also tend to have lower base tuition, so the combined effect can be very affordable.

Compare what you would actually pay after a waiver in our Finland cost breakdown, and see which universities suit your field in our top universities in Finland guide.

Eligibility: Who Can Apply

You must be a non-EU/EEA citizen liable to pay tuition (which applies to Nepali students).
You must be admitted to an English-taught degree programme at a participating university.
Most awards are merit-based, judged on academic record, your application, and sometimes a motivation letter.
The Finland Scholarship is for first-year master's students; many university waivers cover both bachelor's and master's.
Strong English scores help your overall application — prepare with our IELTS preparation guide.

How to Apply for a Finland Scholarship

Choose a programme and university that offers scholarships for your level and field.
Prepare your documents early — academic transcripts, degree certificates, an English test score, and (where required) a motivation letter and CV.
Apply via Studyinfo.fi within the joint application window (usually early January for autumn intake). Most scholarships need no separate form.
Meet the deadline. Late applicants are typically excluded from scholarship consideration, so apply well before the cut-off.
Check your offer letter — your admission decision usually states whether you received a tuition waiver and any grant.

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