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EduAtlasHub·University Brochure
Est. 2010
Public

University of Eastern Finland

"In search of excellence"
🇫🇮 Finland ◯ Joensuu, Kuopio ◍ 10% international ⬡ Europe
Last updated: June 18, 2026
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QS World 2026
#539
Global Ranking
Acceptance
18%
Students
16000
Tuition/yr
€10,000/yr
Employed
86%
Faculty Ratio
15
Quick Summary

Based in Joensuu, Kuopio, Finland, University of Eastern Finland is a public with roots dating back to 2010. Ranked #539 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 16000 students including 10% from outside Finland. Known for strengths in Forestry and Agriculture, Nursing, Pharmacy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.

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Institutional Profile
Who they are

Highly ranked for research in climate change and health; affordable cost of living compared to Helsinki.

Subject Strengths
Forestry and AgricultureNursingPharmacyEnvironmental Science
Founded2010
TypePublic
Total Students16000
Intl Students10%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusMulti-campus (Urban)
Campus Size210 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsKuopio University Hospital (KUH)
AccreditationMinistry of Education and Culture of Finland
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#539
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501–600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401-500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelors, Masters, PhD, Doctoral Degrees
Programs
11
PhD Programs
Available (MOOCs and specific degree modules)
Online Programs
A.I. Virtanen Institute, Karelian Institute, FinnBrain
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education and Culture of Finland
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL92
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 22, 2025
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€10,000/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€8,800/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€10,000/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€18,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableUEF Excellence Scholarship, Finland Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,400
Financial AidKela (for residents), State-guaranteed loans
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelors, Masters, PhD, Doctoral Degrees programs total
ProgramLevelDuration
ForestryBACHELOR3-4 YRS
Public HealthMASTER1-2 YRS
PharmacyPHD3-5 YRS
Environmental PolicyMBA12-24 MO
Information TechnologyBACHELOR3-4 YRS
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
86%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong regional partnerships with hospitals and forestry companies
Industry Connections
Metsä GroupStora EnsoKuopio Health Innovation Ecosystem
Notable Alumni
Olli-Pekka Heinonen, Saara-Maria Paakkinen
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (via student housing companies ISLO and Kuopas)
Sports Facilities
SYKETTÄ university sports services, gymnasiums, sports fields
Student Clubs
Student Union ISYY and over 100 subject-specific clubs
Library Resources
UEF Library (extensive digital and physical collections across two campuses)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Nordplus, ISEP, bilateral agreements
Summer Programs
UEF Summer School
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What sets it apart
Formed by a merger of the University of Joensuu and University of Kuopio; host to the European Forest Institute.
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Funding
Scholarships matched to Finland

Below is a curated index of international funding opportunities and external scholarship programs that eligible students may apply for when attending this institution.

University of Turku Scholarship Programme Fully Funded Varies (up to 100% tuition fee + 2,000 EUR relocation grant for Finland Scholarship recipients) Deadline: Mid-January (annually, aligned with the national joint application period) → University of Jyväskylä Scholarship Programme Fully Funded 8,000 EUR to 12,000 EUR (Tuition coverage) + potential 5,000 EUR relocation grant Deadline: January 22, 2025 → University of Oulu International Scholarship Fully Funded Varies between 50% to 100% of the tuition fee Deadline: Mid-January (Annual) → University of Helsinki Scholarships Fully Funded Tuition fee waiver (8,000 EUR to 18,000 EUR) plus 10,000 EUR living grant per year Deadline: Early January (Typically January 2nd to January 8th) → Aalto University Scholarship Fully Funded 50% or 100% of the tuition fee Deadline: Early January (Typically aligns with the joint application period) → Tampere University Scholarship Program Up to 100% tuition waiver plus €7,000 annual stipend Deadline: Early January (Typically aligned with the joint application period) → View all Finland scholarships →
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Questions
Answered
What is the acceptance rate?+
Approximately 18% at University of Eastern Finland.
What English score do I need?+
Requirements: IELTS 6.5 · TOEFL 92.
How much does it cost per year?+
Estimated total cost is €18,800/yr per year including tuition and living.
Are scholarships available?+
UEF Excellence Scholarship, Finland Scholarship
What is the application deadline?+
Fall: January 22, 2025.
Can I work while studying?+
Available
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