Which Finland intake should I aim for after missing the September 2026 round?
10 Nov 2026 · Answered by Disha Roy Choudhury · 2 min read
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If you missed the September 2026 round, aim for the autumn 2027 intake. Autumn has far more courses than January, and many programmes take applications from 7 to 21 January 2027. The January 2027 round closed on 10 September 2026. Check each programme page for its own dates.
If you missed the September 2026 round, autumn 2027 is the intake to aim for. The January 2027 round closed on 10 September 2026, January seats are limited, and autumn has far more courses.
Which Intake Suits Your Situation
| Your situation | Better intake | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Your course starts only in autumn | Autumn | Most English-taught programmes begin in August or September |
| You missed the September 2026 round | Autumn 2027 | January seats are limited, and autumn has far more courses |
| You have not booked your English test yet | Autumn | You will have more time before the application windows |
| You want a master's at the University of Helsinki | Autumn | It takes international master's students only once a year |
Money and Planning Points
- Students from outside the EU or EEA usually pay EUR 9,000 to 20,000 (approx INR 9.60 to 21.33 L) a year in tuition, which varies by programme.
- Book your IELTS, TOEFL or PTE early. A score is typically valid for two years and must still be valid when you apply.
- Many universities only let you request a scholarship on the admission form itself.
- Leave one to three months for the residence permit before classes start.
- You can work up to 30 hours a week on average, but do not count on that pay for tuition.
- Shortlist up to six programmes on Studyinfo.fi and note that Aalto University's master's round closes on 5 January 2027, with some rolling rounds already open.
My Advice
Treat the missed round as a reason to prepare better, not a setback. Book your English test, collect transcripts and shortlist programmes now, then confirm all fees, dates and permit rules on the official pages before applying.
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