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Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible, you must
- have a bachelor's degree in the same or a closely related field;
- have completed the required prior studies;
- meet the minimum GPA requirement;
- meet the English language proficiency requirement.
Programme-specific requirements are available on the rolling admission website.
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When can I apply?
For the 2027 intake: from 1 October 2026 at 8:00 (UTC+3) to 31 March 2027 at 23:59 (UTC+3). Applications will be processed for as long as places remain available.
Can I apply before I graduate?
Yes, as long as you graduate and submit your final graduation documents by 31 July. Digital Social Science is the only programme that does not accept applications from students whose degree is unfinished.
How do I apply to master's programmes at LUT University?
You can apply online by
• choosing a programme and filling out its application form on the LUT rolling admission website;
• uploading all required documents;
• submitting your application.
If admitted, document verification requirements depend on whether your degree was completed at the time of application, where it was awarded, and whether your documents can be verified electronically.
What are my chances of admission?
To optimise your chances of getting an offer of admission, make sure to
• follow all instructions carefully;
• meet all general and programme-specific requirements;
• meet the English proficiency requirements;
• answer all application questions carefully;
• meet all deadlines for supplementary document requests.
How many master’s programmes can I apply to?
In rolling admission, you may apply to one programme in technology, business administration, or social and communication sciences.
Is an application fee required?
A national application fee of 100 EUR applies for non-EU/EEA applicants. It is a one-time payment that enables you to apply to many Finnish universities.
Do I need a language test?
You do not need to provide an accepted language test result if you have completed at least a bachelor’s degree taught in English in one of the following countries:
- EU/EEA country
- Australia
- Canada
- New Zealand
- Switzerland
- United Kingdom
- United States of America
If you graduated in a country other than those listed above, accepted proof includes
- IELTS Academic 6.5;
- TOEFL iBT 92;
- New TOEFL iBT 4.5;
- PTE Academic 68;
- Cambridge English C1 Advanced, pass on levels A, B or C;
- Cambridge English C2 Proficiency, pass on levels A, B or C or level C1 Certificate;
- YKI level 5.
Do I need to authenticate my educational documents?
No, not at the time of application. You upload your original educational documents with your application.
Do I need to pay a tuition fee?
EU/EEA and Swiss citizens and holders of certain Finnish residence permits are exempt.
Others pay EUR 15,000 per academic year.
Does LUT University offer scholarships?
Eligible fee-paying students may receive a EUR 5,000 early bird discount for all programmes. To qualify, you must accept your place at LUT and pay the remaining first-year tuition fee of EUR 10,000 within 21 days of your official admission email.
A separate EUR 5,000 scholarship is available for the second academic year based on progress in studies.
Can I pay the tuition fee in installments?
No.
Does LUT University accept applicants with a gap in their studies?
Yes.
When can I receive an update on my application status?
After you have submitted your application and paid any required application fee, Admissions Services will begin processing your application. Complete applications that meet the GPA requirement proceed to academic evaluation. No interim updates are provided. Admission results are released within two months of the application being forwarded for academic evaluation.
I applied last year. Do I need to submit my documents again?
Yes.
When do I have to arrive for my studies?
You must start your studies by attending the Orientation Days in late August. Late arrival is accepted only due to residence permit delays.
How can I prepare for an admission interview?
Read the Evaluation section of the programme page, review the curriculum, and be prepared to discuss your motivation and interest in the programme.
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Applicant guide 2027
In our applicant guide, you will find information about the degree programmes in English, application process, tuition fees and early bird discounts, and campuses.
