Finland Government Scholarships 2026
About this scholarship
Finland Government Scholarships and Finnish university waivers support international students applying for Master's study in Finland, while PhD study is generally tuition-free and often offered through salaried research positions.
Finland Government Scholarships refers to scholarship support available for international students through Finland's national admissions system and participating Finnish universities. In practice, this commonly includes full or partial tuition fee waivers for Master's programmes at Finnish universities, with some institutions also offering an additional living grant or stipend for selected students.
These opportunities are primarily aimed at students applying for Master's degrees in Finland. The exact value and structure of support can vary by university: some universities offer 100% tuition waivers to outstanding applicants, while others combine tuition support with a limited living allowance. Applications are generally submitted through Finland's national higher education application portal, Studyinfo.
For PhD study, Finland is different from many other destinations. Doctoral education is generally tuition-free for all nationalities, and many PhD opportunities are structured as salaried research employment rather than standard scholarship awards. Because of this, doctoral applicants may need to apply directly to university doctoral schools, faculties, or funded research positions rather than through the same scholarship route used for taught Master's study.
Applicants are usually expected to have a strong academic record and to meet the admission requirements of the chosen university and programme. Depending on the programme, this may include a relevant previous degree, transcripts, motivation materials, and proof of language proficiency in English or another required language.
How to apply: browse eligible programmes at Finnish universities, check whether tuition waivers or scholarship options are available for your chosen course, and submit your application through the official Finnish admissions platform during the relevant intake period. Because funding terms vary by institution, always confirm the exact benefits and requirements with the university offering the programme.
Eligibility
Who can apply for this scholarship
Open to international students applying to eligible Finnish university programmes, especially Master's degrees. A strong academic record is typically expected. For PhD study, tuition is generally not charged regardless of nationality, and many opportunities are offered as salaried research positions.
Requirements
Documents typically needed to apply
Language requirements
Programme-specific; applicants typically need to meet the language requirements set by the university, often in English.
Where you can use this
Open positions accepting Finland Government Scholarships.
