Are you an international student looking to study at one of Finland’s most prestigious institutions? The Tampere University Scholarships Programme offers a range of financial support options to help high-achieving and motivated students pursue their dreams. Here’s everything you need to know about the Tampere University undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships for 2025.
Overview of Tampere University Scholarships
Tampere University aims to recognize and support the most meritorious and ambitious students. The scholarship programme is available for students required to pay tuition fees in bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes conducted in English. Scholarships can cover part or all of the tuition fees, making higher education accessible for top-performing international students.
Types of Scholarships Available
1# Tampere University Tuition Fee Scholarship
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- Coverage: 50% of the tuition fees for the programme duration.
- 3 years for a bachelor’s degree
- 2 years for a master’s degree
- 5 years for students pursuing both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree
- Eligibility: Awarded to a limited number of the best-performing applicants in each programme based on academic merit.
- Full Tuition Coverage Option: Exceptionally qualified applicants may receive full tuition scholarships, but this is at the university’s discretion.
- Coverage: 50% of the tuition fees for the programme duration.
2# Early Bird Offer
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- Coverage: 1,500 EUR reduction on the first-year tuition fee.
- Eligibility: Available to all fee-paying students who accept their study place and pay the reduced tuition fee within two weeks of admission confirmation. This offer applies only to the first year.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a citizen of a non-EU/EEA country and liable to pay tuition fees.
- Scholarships are awarded based on a comprehensive academic assessment, including application information and educational documents submitted via Studyinfo.fi
Application Process and Key Dates
1# Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Scholarship Applications:
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- Application Period: January 8, 2025, at 8:00 (UTC+2) – January 22, 2025, at 15:00 (UTC+2).
- How to Apply: Indicate your interest in a scholarship as part of your admission application via Studyinfo.fi. You will also need to submit a scholarship application letter (max 3,000 characters) detailing your motivation, skills, and career goals related to your chosen programme.
2# Postgraduate (Master’s) Scholarship Applications:
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- Application Period: December 11, 2024, at 8:00 (UTC+2) – January 3, 2025, at 15:00 (UTC+2).
- How to Apply: Similar to the undergraduate application, applicants must indicate their desire for a scholarship when applying for admission and provide a brief summary of their academic merits in their motivation letter (~150 words).