Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities in Finland
We compared 10 universities in Finland — typical tuition is ₹10.23 L a year.
Universities10
Typical tuition₹10.23 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹1.67 L – ₹14 Llowest course fee
Cities9
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 10 — Best Universities in Finland
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 10 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aalto University | Espoo | — | ₹8.85 L | 47 |
| University of Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | — | ₹14 L | 21 |
| Lappeenranta University of Technology | Lappeenranta | — | ₹9.96 L | 20 |
| University of Turku | Turku | — | ₹1.67 L | 15 |
| Tampere University | Tampere | — | ₹11.16 L | 13 |
| University of Vaasa | Vaasa | — | ₹8.85 L | 8 |
| University of Eastern Finland | Kuopio | — | ₹8.93 L | 4 |
| Metropolia University of Applied Sciences | Helsinki | — | ₹12.28 L | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Finland?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are Aalto University, University of Helsinki, Lappeenranta University of Technology, University of Turku, Tampere University. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Finland?
Across 10 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹10.23 L a year, ranging from ₹1.67 L to ₹14 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Finland?
University of Turku has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹1.67 L a year.
How many universities are covered?
10 universities match this guide; the top 10 are shown.
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