University of Oulu
Oulu, Finland
Quick facts
- World rank
- #284
- 2026
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 14,800
- International students
- 18%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1958
Overview
The University of Oulu is an international science university which creates new knowledge, well-being and innovations for the future through multidisciplinary research and education. Founded in 1958, it is one of the largest universities in Finland and is located in the city of Oulu. It is known for its strong focus on technology, health, and northern environmental research.
Fields of study
- Information Technology
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Business
- Finance
- Engineering
- Natural Sciences
- Chemistry
- Geosciences
- Mining Engineering
- Education
- Biochemistry
- Architecture
- Health Sciences
- Epidemiology
- Humanities
- Medicine
- Molecular Medicine
Accreditation: Finnish Ministry of Education and Culture; AACSB (Oulu Business School)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Autumn 2027
- Application deadlines
- January 22, 2025
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€10,000 / year
From about $10,800 / year
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition fees of 10,000 EUR per year apply to non-EU/EEA students enrolled in English-taught Bachelor's and Master's programmes. EU/EEA citizens and doctoral candidates pay no tuition. A 30% tuition-fee waiver is available from the 2nd year of study.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (opens in a new tab)English · On Campus | Bachelor's | 5 years | €10,000 / year | Jan 21, 2027 | autumn 2027 |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.