With the official confirmation of its January 2026 Joint Application for international applicants, Finland has opened a critical admissions window for students from all over the world hoping to start their bachelor’s or master’s degrees on Finnish scholarships in the autumn of 2026. Finnish institutions that offer degree programs taught in English frequently use this coordinated national intake, which is one of the country’s most significant higher education admissions rounds.
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When is the Application Deadline:
21 January 2026
(Applications open 7 January 2026 and close 21 January 2026)
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Tell Me About The Award:
The January 2026 Joint Application is a centralised university admission process used by many Finnish universities to admit international students into English-taught bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes for studies beginning in autumn (September) 2026.
Through one application on Studyinfo.fi, applicants can apply to up to six degree programmes across different Finnish universities at once.
Which Fields are Eligible?
- All disciplines offered by participating universities, including:
- Engineering & Technology
- Business & Economics
- Computer Science & IT
- Natural Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Arts & Humanities
- Health & Environmental Studies
(Over 400 English-taught programmes available)
Type:
University Admission / Joint Application Process
Who can Apply?
- International students worldwide
- Applicants seeking Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees
- Students planning to begin studies in September 2026
- Both EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA applicants
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on:
- Academic qualifications
- Programme-specific requirements
- Language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent if required)
- Entrance exams or assessments (where applicable)
Each university and programme applies its own selection criteria.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- All countries worldwide
Where will the Award be Taken?
- Finland
- Participating Finnish universities and universities of applied sciences
How Many Awards?
Not applicable.
This is an admission application, not an award.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
No direct financial award.
However, benefits include:
- Ability to apply to up to 6 programmes with one form
- Access to 400+ English-taught degree programmes
- Opportunity to be considered for Finland scholarships separately after admission
- Transparent and centralised admissions system
How Long Will the Award Last?
Not applicable.
Degree duration depends on the programme:
- Bachelor’s: usually 3–4 years
- Master’s: usually 1–2 years
How to Apply:
- Visit Studyinfo.fi
- Select up to six English-taught programmes
- Submit one joint application between 7–21 January 2026
- Pay the application fee if you are from outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland
- Track results (published from February–27 May 2026)
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
https://www.studyinfinland.fi/news-events/January-2026-joint-application
