When are the autumn 2027 application dates in Finland, and how many programmes can I choose in the joint application?
The national joint application for autumn 2027 runs from 7 to 21 January 2027, and you can apply to as many as six programmes with one form. Some universities run their own rounds with different dates, so confirm the date on your programme page.
Many Finnish programmes take part in the national joint application from 7 to 21 January 2027, and you can apply to as many as six programmes with one form. Some universities run their own rounds, so the date on your programme page is the one that counts.
Autumn 2027 Application Periods
| University | Programme level | Autumn 2027 application period |
|---|---|---|
| University of Helsinki | International master's | 5 to 19 January 2027 |
| Aalto University | Master's | 7 December 2026 to 5 January 2027 |
| Aalto University | English-taught bachelor's | 7 to 22 January 2027 |
| University of Turku | International bachelor's and master's | 7 to 21 January 2027 |
| University of Oulu | International programmes | 7 to 21 January 2027 |
| LUT University | Master's (rolling admission) | 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027 |
| Oulu University of Applied Sciences (Oamk) | Rolling admission | 30 October 2026 to 16 April 2027 |
What Stands Out
- Aalto's master's round ends on 5 January 2027, two days before the joint application begins on 7 January.
- LUT's rolling round opened on 1 October 2026 and reviews applications as they arrive, so a programme can close early once seats are taken.
- The University of Helsinki has a single application period for its international master's programmes.
Autumn classes start in late August or early September. Study in Finland, the official guide from the Finnish National Agency for Education, lists English-taught programmes for autumn 2027. Always check the official page for the latest dates.
My Advice
Mark the Aalto master's window and the joint application window in your calendar now, since they differ. Use the six-programme limit wisely by shortlisting carefully, and apply early to rolling-admission programmes.
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