€9,000 to 20,000 per year
Typical non-EU fee; Aalto’s Economics degree is €12,000 a year
Some bachelor’s routes use entrance exams or accept the SAT. Check the selection method for your programme.
Study in Finland from Bangladesh
Tuition, funds, the residence permit process, tuition waivers and work rights, checked against Migri, Study in Finland and the Embassy of Finland.
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About Finland: highlights
Finland offers English-taught degrees, tuition waivers at many universities and one of the most generous post-study job-seeking permits. For Bangladeshi students the main practical hurdle is that identity checks for the residence permit happen at the Finland Application Centre in New Delhi.
- Rough annual budget: about €20,000 to 34,000 a year, combining typical non-EU tuition of €9,000 to 20,000 with living costs of €900 to 1,200 a month.
- Money to show: €9,600 in your account for courses of a year or more (€800 a month for shorter study). Future work income cannot count.
- Permit cost: €600 for a first student residence permit applied for online, up from €450 on 1 January 2026.
- Identity check abroad: after applying on Enter Finland, you book a VFS appointment in New Delhi to prove your identity.
- Work while studying: an average of 30 hours a week over the permit period.
- After graduation: a 2-year permit to look for work or start a business, which you can apply for up to 5 years after your study permit ends.
Key facts about Finland
Studying in Finland
3 yearsTypical bachelor’s degree
2 yearsTypical master’s degree
30 hrs/weekAverage work allowed
2 yearsJob-seeking permit after graduating
Country stats
HelsinkiCapital
Euro (€)Currency
English, Finnish, SwedishTeaching languages
3 to 4 hoursDhaka is ahead of Finnish time
Weather and community
−4°C to −1°CHelsinki in January, short daylight
About 20°CHelsinki in July, very long days
About 7,000Bangladeshis living in Finland
Helsinki regionLargest community
Why study in Finland?
Tuition waivers
- Many universities offer 50% or 100% fee waivers.
- You usually apply with your admission application.
Generous job-seeking permit
- 2 years to look for work or start a business.
- You can apply up to 5 years after your study permit ends.
English-taught degrees
- Common at master’s level and in technical subjects.
- PhD study has no tuition fee.
Cost of studying in Finland
Non-EU students pay tuition for English-taught bachelor’s and master’s degrees, unless they win a waiver. PhD study has no tuition fee, but you still need living-cost funding.
Annual tuition by study level
€9,000 to 20,000 per year
Typical non-EU fee; a waiver does not cover living costs
Compare subject match, grades and English evidence, and apply for the university’s scholarship at the same time.
No tuition fee
Doctoral study is often funded as paid work
Find a supervisor and funded position, and plan how you will meet the living-cost requirement.
Upfront and living costs
What Bangladeshi applicants plan for, from Migri, Study in Finland and the Embassy of Finland.
| Cost | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Funds to show | €9,600 | For studies of a year or more; €800 a month for shorter study |
| Real living costs | €900 to 1,200/month | Helsinki is pricier than Tampere, Turku or Oulu |
| Residence permit | €600 | First student permit applied for online; paper costs more |
| Application fee | €100 | For non-EU applicants in the joint application |
| Document verification | €140 per document | VFS check before legalising Bangladeshi certificates, where needed |
| Trip to New Delhi | Travel cost | To prove your identity at the Finland Application Centre |
| IELTS Academic | ৳31,100 | Computer-delivered price in Bangladesh |
Student housing foundations such as HOAS in Helsinki offer below-market rent. Apply early.
Calculate your Finland study cost
Universities in Finland
Researched starting points, not a complete list or a ranking. Most English-taught degrees are applied for through the national Studyinfo service.
Aalto University
Otaniemi, Espoo- Example course
- Economics BSc + MSc (3 + 2 years)
- Tuition
- €12,000 a year (non-EU)
- Applications
- 7 to 22 January 2027
Studyinfo.fi
National application service- Run by
- Finnish National Agency for Education
- Use it for
- Searching and applying to degrees
- Next round
- 7 to 21 January 2027
Finland scholarships for Bangladeshi students
Finland has no government scholarships for bachelor’s or master’s study. Funding comes from universities, usually as tuition waivers that do not cover living costs.
Aalto University Scholarship
Aalto University
- Covers
- 100% or 50% of tuition
- Deadline
- With your admission application
- Level
- Bachelor’s and master’s
- Living costs
- Not covered
Highly competitive. Aalto bachelor’s graduates who finish on time with a GPA of 3.50 or more receive a full waiver for their Aalto master’s.
View on official site ↗University tuition waivers
Finnish universities
- Covers
- Part or all of tuition
- Deadline
- Usually with your application
- Level
- Fee-paying bachelor’s and master’s
- Living costs
- Not covered
Schemes, criteria and amounts vary by university. Budget your €9,600 living funds separately.
View on official site ↗Finnish student residence permit from Bangladesh
You apply online through Enter Finland, then prove your identity at the Finland Application Centre in New Delhi, which serves applicants from Bangladesh. Bangladeshi certificates that need legalising must first be verified by VFS Global.
€600First residence permit, online
€9,600Funds to show for a year
New DelhiWhere you prove your identity
€140VFS verification per Bangladeshi document
30 hrs/weekAverage work allowed
2 yearsJob-seeking permit after graduating
Documents required
Document checklist
- Enter Finland online application
- Valid passport
- Letter of acceptanceFrom a Finnish university
- Proof of tuitionPayment receipt or scholarship decision
- Proof of funds€9,600 in your own account
- Health insuranceMeeting Migri’s conditions for students
- Legalised certificatesFamily documents of Bangladeshi origin, if relevant
- VFS appointmentAt the Finland Application Centre in New Delhi
Step by step from Bangladesh
- Apply in the joint application
Apply on Studyinfo.fi between 7 and 21 January 2027 for autumn 2027, and pay the €100 application fee. Apply for scholarships at the same time.
- Accept your place
Pay the first year’s tuition or confirm your waiver.
- Prepare your funds
Hold €9,600 in your own account; future work income does not count for a first permit.
- Apply on Enter Finland
Submit the residence permit application online and pay €600.
- Book your VFS appointment in New Delhi
Prove your identity at the Finland Application Centre. Allow time for travel and any Indian visa you need.
- Verify documents if needed
Bangladeshi certificates to be legalised must first be verified by VFS (about €140 each), which can take 45 days or more.
- Wait for the decision
Apply as soon as you accept your place; processing slows before the autumn intake.
- Travel and register
Collect your permit card, travel, and register your address in Finland.
Work during and after your studies
30 hrs/weekAverage over the permit period
€10 to 14/hourTypical student pay
2 yearsTo look for work after graduating
While you study
The limit is an average, not a weekly cap, so you can work more in some weeks and less in others. Jobs can be hard to find without Finnish or Swedish, so do not rely on wages to pay tuition.
After you graduate
The residence permit to look for work lasts 2 years and can also be used to start a business. You must have completed your degree, and you can apply within 5 years of your study permit ending.
Finland intakes and deadlines
Main intake
August / September
The joint application for English-taught bachelor’s and master’s programmes starting in autumn 2027 runs from 7 to 21 January 2027.
Second intake
January
A smaller round for January 2027 starts ran from 31 August to 10 September 2026. Fewer programmes take part.
Your preparation timeline
- 18 to 12 months before: Research courses, eligibility, funding and scholarship deadlines.
- 12 to 9 months before: Prepare language tests, transcripts, references and your shortlist.
- 9 to 6 months before: Submit applications by each programme’s actual deadline.
- 6 to 3 months before: Meet offer conditions, arrange funding and prepare visa documents.
- 3 to 1 months before: Apply for the visa and plan accommodation and arrival.
Keep these dates separate
Finland uses fixed joint application rounds: 7 to 21 January 2027 for programmes starting in August or September 2027. Scholarship applications usually go in with your admission application.
English tests and exams
Selection methods and English requirements are set by each university and programme. English-taught degrees are common, especially at master’s level, but daily life and part-time jobs often need some Finnish or Swedish.
Bachelor’s selection
Some bachelor’s routes use an entrance exam, sometimes held once a year or remotely, or accept SAT scores.
Master’s selection
Usually based on your degree, grades, motivation letter and an English test. Check the accepted tests and minimum scores for your programme.
Tests commonly accepted in Finland
IELTS AcademicTOEFL iBTPTE AcademicCambridge C1 AdvancedSAT (some bachelor’s)
Study in Finland: FAQs
Are there government scholarships in Finland?
Not for bachelor’s or master’s study. Universities offer their own scholarships, usually as full or partial tuition waivers that do not cover living costs.
How much money do I need to show?
€9,600 in your account for studies of a year or more, or €800 a month for shorter study. Future work income cannot be counted.
Do I have to go to New Delhi?
Yes, to prove your identity at the Finland Application Centre after applying on Enter Finland. Applications from Bangladesh are handled there.
How much is the residence permit?
€600 for a first student permit applied for online, since 1 January 2026. Paper applications cost more.
Why do my documents need verification?
Bangladeshi certificates that need legalising, such as family documents, must first be verified by VFS Global, at about €140 each and 45 days or more.
How many hours can I work?
An average of 30 hours a week over your permit period.
Can I stay after graduating?
Yes. You can get a 2-year permit to look for work or start a business, and apply for it up to 5 years after your study permit ends.
When do I apply?
For autumn 2027, in the joint application from 7 to 21 January 2027 on Studyinfo.fi.
Guides to help you apply
Official sources
- Migri: residence permit for studies ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Migri: permit to look for work ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Embassy of Finland: residence permits (Bangladesh) ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Embassy of Finland: Bangladeshi document verification ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Study in Finland: fees and living costs ↗Checked 2026-09-26 · next review 2026-10-26
- Study in Finland: scholarships ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Study in Finland: joint application dates ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Aalto: scholarships and tuition ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Studyinfo.fi ↗Checked 2026-09-27 · next review 2026-10-27
- IDP Bangladesh: IELTS fees ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
These are dated editorial checks, not a live data feed. Recheck the original page before applying or paying.
About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources above and last checked on 29 September 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.