Quick Summary
Based in Turku, Finland, University of Turku is a public with roots dating back to 1920. Ranked #313 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 20400 students including 10% from outside Finland. Known for strengths in Education, Nursing, Life Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It offers a high-quality, multidisciplinary education in a safe, innovative Finnish environment known for its vibrant student culture.
Subject Strengths
EducationNursingLife SciencesMedicineLawSociology
Founded1920
TypePublic
Total Students20400
Intl Students10%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusUrban
Campus Size40 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsTurku University Hospital (TYKS)
AccreditationMinistry of Education and Culture, Finland
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#313
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#301-350
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral degrees, Exchange programs
Programs
16 doctoral programs across 8 faculties including Medicine, Science, and Social Sciences
PhD Programs
Limited selection of MOOCs and blended learning modules
Online Programs
Turku PET Centre, Turku Centre for Computer Science (TUCS), Turku Bioscience Centre
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education and Culture, Finland
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATRequired for some Business Master's tracks
SATRequired for specific English-taught Bachelor's programs
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 22
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus heavily on the motivation letter and ensure your previous degree is directly relevant to the Master's track. For Bachelor's, prepare specifically for the SAT if required.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€8,000/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€9,600/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€10,000/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€17,600/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,400
Financial AidTuition waivers (50% or 100%) for non-EU/EEA students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral degrees, Exchange programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Information and Communication Technology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Molecular Biotechnology and Diagnostics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Global Innovation Management | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Future Studies | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| East Asian Studies | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$45,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong career services support and industry-linked thesis projects
Industry Connections
BayerPerkinElmerWärtsiläMeyer TurkuValmet Automotive
Notable Alumni
Sauli Niinistö (President of Finland), Mauno Koivisto (9th President of Finland), Jenni Haukio
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
CampusSport (extensive gyms, group classes, and sports halls)
Student Clubs
Over 100 student organizations, including subject-specific guilds and nations
Library Resources
Turku University Library (8 units, comprehensive digital and physical collections)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Nordplus, Coimbra Group, ISEP, Fulbright
Summer Programs
Turku Åbo Summer School