Master's
Abo Akademi Master Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for fee-paying students
Abo Akademi University
Turku, Finland
"The Swedish-language university of Finland, with English master's degrees"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#643 (QS)
PSW VISA
2 years (job-search permit)
About Abo Akademi University
Abo Akademi University is the Swedish-language multidisciplinary university in Finland, founded in 1918. Bachelor's programmes are taught in Swedish, while international master's programmes are taught in English. It has campuses in Turku and Vaasa and is known for computer science, biomedical imaging, chemical engineering and international law.
Rankings & Recognition
#643
Ranked #643 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#670 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
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Key Facts
1918
Established
approx. 5,500
Total Students
approx. 700
International Students
Turku and Vaasa
Campuses
12 programmes
English Master's
Popular Programs
Computer Science
Biomedical Imaging
International Law
Human Rights
Chemical Engineering
Information Technology
Application Details
Application Route
Studyinfo.fi online
Application Fee
EUR 100 (non-EU/EEA)
Intakes
September
PG Application
January round
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic (Master's)
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6.5 (approx.) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
92%
I-20 Processing
Student residence permit
Post-Study Work
2 years (job-search permit)
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
EUR 100
Avg Scholarship
Tuition waiver available
Career Outcomes
14%
Placement Ratio
2 years (job-search permit)
Post-Study Work
30 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Campus & Location
Abo Akademi has its main campus in Turku and a second campus in Vaasa. Degree students have access to Finnish Student Health Services.
Campus Details
Turku
and Vaasa campuses
approx.
700 international students
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Student housing foundations: apply early
Dining
Subsidised student lunches on campus
Health & Wellness
Finnish Student Health Services (YTHS)
Activities & Clubs
Student union
Clubs
Sports
Events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
approx. 5,500
International Students
approx. 700
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Master's
approx. EUR 10,000-12,000 / year
Application Fee
EUR 100
Residence permit funds
EUR 800 / month
Intakes & Deadlines
International master's programmes start in autumn. Applications are made in the January joint application round on Studyinfo.fi.
Scholarships at Abo Akademi University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Bachelor's programmes are taught in Swedish. International students mainly apply to master's programmes.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS or 3 years) in a relevant field and English proof, IELTS 6.5 (approx.).
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (Master's)
6.5 (approx.)Required Documents
Passport copy
Bachelor's degree certificate
Academic transcripts
English test certificate
Motivation letter
CV
Programme-specific documents
Application fee receipt (EUR 100)
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick an English-taught programme on abo.fi.
2
Apply on Studyinfo
Apply on Studyinfo.fi in the January round and pay the EUR 100 fee if non-EU/EEA.
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Upload documents
Upload transcripts, degree certificate, English test and programme documents.
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Admission result
Results come in spring; accept your study place on time.
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Pay tuition fee
Pay the first-year tuition fee (minus any waiver) to confirm your place.
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Residence permit
Apply for a student residence permit with Migri, then arrive and register.
Campus & Location
Abo Akademi has its main campus in Turku and a second campus in Vaasa. Degree students have access to Finnish Student Health Services.
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Master's
Biomedical Imaging
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Master's
International Law and Human Rights
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