Aalto University

Indian students who wish to study at Aalto Uni for free can do that if they can secure a 100% merit scholarship to study in Finland. 

Without a scholarship however, it is not possible to study at Aalto Uni for free. The university does not offer exemptions on tuition costs to Indian students on a <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/finland-student-visa-guide-applycontent5164235" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Finland student visa</a>.

Yes, Aalto Uni does help Indian students in finding part-time and full-time jobs both on and off-campus. The Aalto University Career Design Lab offers many employment related services. All of these are provided free of cost.

Students can also find open positions on-campus (including teaching and research assistant roles) on the university website.

High-quality practical education, a safe study environment, and clean air is what Indian students get in Finland. However, adapting to the cold winters may take some time.

Carrying proper warm clothing and multivitamins is advised as sunlight is less during the winters. Locals have a reserved nature, they like their personal space but are helpful at times.

Universities like <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/finland/universities/aalto-university" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Aalto Uni</a> offer students a practical learning environment where one can builld projects, solve problems, and improve their interpersonal skills.

MS programme in Machine Learning and Data Mining at Aalto University deals with some of the most challenging problems of the 21st century. This programme is offered in English language for the duration of 2 years. The School of Science at Aalto University offers this two-year programme consisting of:

• Major studies (60 ECTS) 
• Elective studies (30 ECTS) 
• Master’s thesis (30 ECTS)

The study environment in the programme is strongly international and studies are conducted in multicultural groups. Aalto University is international by nature, welcoming thousands of degree and exchange students from abroad every year.

Aalto University is one of the leading universities in Finland in the field of Arts & Design, Technology & Engineering, and Business & Economics. Aalto University delivers 108 courses in the English language for international students. Aalto University offers top-rated programs through its six schools; the School of Engineering, the School of Business, the School of Chemical Engineering, the School of Electrical Engineering, the School of Science, and the School of Arts, Design and Architecture.

Accreditations are benchmark for performance and ensure that university keep up high quality and stay focused on acquiring new goals. The School of Business of Aalto University holds the Triple Crown status.  This Triple Crown status (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS) is an honor held by only few business schools worldwide. The business school of Aalto University have following accreditations; 

• The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
• Assocation of MBAs (AMBA)
• EQUIS

Aalto University MSc in Finance language of instruction is English. The duration of this course is 2 years. The tuition fee for non-EU citizens is €15,000 per year for master's studies. Graduates of this course are going to have substantial knowledge, analytical skill set, truth-seeking mindset, competitive attitude, high-level management skills, etc. Applicants with a bachelor's outside the field of Finance, or even outside Business are also encouraged to apply.

Yes, international students can work part-time while studying at Aalto University Finland. Generally, students can work without restrictions when the work is related to their degree, such as practical training or thesis work. In other cases, paid employment is restricted to a maximum of 30 hours per week on average. Most jobs pay between €12–16 per hour.

Mentioned below are the best ways for Indian students to find<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/part-time-work-options-in-finland-articlepage-104115" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> part-time jobs in Finland</a>: 

• Contact university career centre and job boards
• Check job listing portals
• Visit local cafes, restaurants, or retail stores
• Attend job fairs
• Ask classmates, faculty, or Indian student groups in Finland

Retail Assistants, Waiters, IT Support, Delivery Person, and Warehouse workers are some popular part-time jobs in Finland.

Microsoft, KPMG, Deloitte, Bank of Finland, and McKinsey & Company are some of the top companies that hire Indian grads of the Aalto Uni. 92% of Aalto Uni B-school grads who found jobs, found them in Finland, while the remaining 8% got jobs abroad.

Aalto does have competitve admissions and sees high demand from across the globe for its practical study environment and low tuition costs. As per some unofficial sources, the Aalto University acceptance rate for Indian students is between 18% to 20%.

It can be said that getting into Aalto Uni is not easy, but very much possible for students who are academically strong.

Indian students can apply to the Aalto University using the Opintopolku portal. Students need to meet their course'e entry requirements and submit their application on time.

Applications are usually accepted during January every year. Some Aalto University courses may also require students to submit competitive <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/gre" target="_blank" rel="noopener">GRE</a> or <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/gmat" target="_blank" rel="noopener">GMAT scores</a>.

To know more about entry requirements and application process, check the <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/finland/universities/aalto-university/admissions" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Aalto University Admissisons page</a>.

Yes, Indian students can study at Aalto University in Finland without submiting a IELTS score. The university accepts valid scores in other language tests like TOEFL, PTE Academic, and Cambridge C1 Advanced. Given below are the minimum scores and grades accepted for each.

Tests

Minimum Score or Grade

<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/toefl" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TOEFL</a>

92 and writing score 22

<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/pte" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PTE</a>

62 and writing score 54

Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency

C1 Advanced - Grade A, B, or C

C2 Proficiency - Grade A, B, C, or Level C1

<a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/ielts" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IELTS</a>

6.5 overall and writing score 6.0

For now, the Aalto University does not offer scholarships that cover living costs. The university only offers financial cover for tuition fees. Students will have to rely on <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/scholarships-to-study-in-finland-articlepage-104295" target="_blank" rel="noopener">external scholarships to study in Finland</a> that may cover a part or the complete cost of living.

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Indian students can apply for Aalto Uni scholarship during the admission process. The scholarship application is part of the application form for admission. Select 'YES' to the scholarship question on your application.

Aalto awards scholarships based on academic merit that covers the tuition fees completely or partially.

Aalto University courses minimum eligibility vary from each other. Therefore, international students should check the Aalto University requirements before applying at Aalto University. The minimum admission requirement for international students is given below. 

• Academic transcripts
• The bachelor's degree must be equivalent to 180 ECTS credits or three years of full-time study
• The degree must give eligibility to apply for master’s degree studies at a university in the awarding country
• The awarding higher education institution has to be a recognised part of the official national education system of the country
• An accepted proof of language proficiency and
• All the required application documents by the deadline

Yes, in addition to the tuition and <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/cost-of-living-in-finland-articlepage-104111" target="_blank" rel="noopener">living costs in Finland</a>, students also need to pay a Student Union fee worth EUR 66 (INR 7.2 K) and a student healthcare fee worth EUR 70 (INR 7.63 K) per year. 

The student union fee can be paid via the Aalto University Oodi system while the healthcare fee is paid directly to Kela via the Omakela online service.

1 EUR = INR 109.09

Indian students and other Non-EU/EEA/Swiss international students applying for a UG or PG degree programme at Aalto Uni pay an application fee worth EUR 100 (INR 10.9 K). The fee is non-refundable even if the application is rejected.

1 EUR = INR 109.09

Yes, Aalto does refund tuition fees in full (excluding possible bank-specific payment charges), in case any of the below conditions are met:

• A conditionally admitted student is unable to meet the entry requirement and the seat gets cancelled
• Not granted a residence permit in Finland
• Residence permit status changed before enrolment to Aalto Uni
• If Aalto is unable to offer the degree programme

Partial refund of tuition costs is done if a student's Finland residence permit status changed during the studies.

Yes, Aalto Uni offers several online fee-based courses to students via its official website. The online degrees carry the same value as an offline degree plus these are even more affordable.

However, the university offers limited online courses to its students. These are available in areas like Economy, Business, Technology, Architecture, and Creativity. To know more check the official Aalto Uni Finland website.

English is spoken in most parts of Finland. The Aalto Uni campus is fully trilingual (Finnish, English, and Swedish is spoken). It is not mandatory for Indian students to learn Finnish. However, it is very much recommended to fully enjoy life.

Learning Finnish helps in building social connections and also considered positively by recruiters when looking for jobs.

There are several ways for Indian students to learn Finnish before coming to Finland. A good way is to take the Finnish courses offered by Aalto Uni. Students can pursue these online. Survival Finnish and Kielibuusti are some popular Finnish courses offered at Aalto Uni. Check the Aalto Uni website to know more.

Yes, students can go on an internship abroad or an exchange programme during their studies at Aalto Uni. For that, a tuition fees does apply. However, if a student is on a scholarship, the internship or exchange programme will be covered under that.

No, students cannot defer the start of their studies at Aalto. The Finnish Universities Act does not allow the same.

However, exceptions to this (parental leave or illness) do exist. To know more about exceptions to this rule, students are advised to check the Enrolment page for Stauatory absences on the official Aalto Uni website.

According to prominent ranking bodies, Aalto ranks among the top universities in Finland and globally. Here is how the university ranks on a global level as part of the Aalto University ranking given by major ranking bodies:

QS - World University Ranking

THE - World University Ranking

US News - Global Universities

Yes, Aalto Uni serves Indian and vegetarian food on its campus. According to student reviews from an unofficial source, classic Indian food is available under the title of Nepalese food. The Aalto Uni campus dining facilities serve atleast 1 vegetarian food option every day.

For better variety in Indian food options, students may have to look off-campus.

The best way for Indian students to find on or off-campus housing near Aalto University is via AYY (Aalto University Student Union) and HOAS (Foundation for Student Housing in the Helsinki Region) portal. These offer affordable student apartments (EUR 600 per month). Students can contact them via email.

One can also check private student rentals in Finland or get in touch with Indian student groups in Finland using social media. It is advised to apply for housing early as the demand for student housing is high.

Carry only the essential items like clothing, electronics, medications, and some personal documents. Mentioned below are the items Indian students need to carry:

• Documents: Passport, Finland student visa, admission letter, tuition fee payment receipt, travel insurance and medical records
• Clothing: Thermal underwear, winterproof and waterproof jackets, gloves, hats, longsleeve thermal shirts and durable walking shoes
• Electronics: PC, Phone, headphones, charger and a power bank
• Medicine: Personal first-aid kit and medicines with presciption from the doctor