Arcada University of Applied Sciences

Arcada University of Applied Sciences is a university in Helsinki. International students should budget around US$23,700 a year in total, covering roughly US$13,500 in tuition and US$10,200 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 11 published items. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 23 institutions we list in Finland.

Jan-Magnus Janssonin aukio 1, 00560 Helsinki, Finland

Tuition: US$13,500/yr
Living: US$10,200/yr
Total: US$23,700/yr
Type: University
Location: Helsinki

Why students choose Arcada University of Applied Sciences

Modern, fresh and international describes Arcada University of Applied Sciences well
Strong links with business and working life
A modern campus: the site is in the attractive Arabianranta district, near the sea and well connected to the city centre
Right beside the Arcada building are nearly 500 new, modern student apartments

Arcada University of Applied Sciences fees for international students

As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.

Fee schedule for Arcada University of Applied Sciences
Item	Amount
High school graduate
IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 79 or equivalent
SAT scores accepted (minimum 500 in Reading, Writing & Language; 500–550 in Maths)
Or the OMPT entrance test (minimum 55%) plus an interview
A nursing qualification obtained outside Finland
At least two years of work experience and Finnish at A2
Completion of the pre-admission course
Interview
A relevant bachelor's degree in engineering
At least two years of relevant work experience
Completion of the pre-assignment

Arcada University of Applied Sciences entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

BBA International Business; BEng Mechanical Engineering and Sustainability

High school graduate
IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 79 or equivalent
SAT scores accepted (minimum 500 in Reading, Writing & Language; 500–550 in Maths)
Or the OMPT entrance test (minimum 55%) plus an interview

BSc Nursing (top-up)

A nursing qualification obtained outside Finland
At least two years of work experience and Finnish at A2
Completion of the pre-admission course
Interview

Master's

A bachelor's degree in a related field
At least two years of relevant work experience
GRE, or assessment of prior research in a related field; requirements vary by subject
Motivation letter, interview, video, dissertation proposal or a completed pre-assignment, depending on subject

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at Arcada University of Applied Sciences?

Budget roughly US$23,700 a year in total — about US$13,500 in tuition and US$10,200 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for Arcada University of Applied Sciences?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. High school graduate

Where is Arcada University of Applied Sciences?

Arcada University of Applied Sciences is in Helsinki, at Jan-Magnus Janssonin aukio 1, 00560 Helsinki, Finland.

Can international students work while studying at Arcada University of Applied Sciences?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In Finland the current allowance is average 30 hours/week during term, and the post-study route is 2 years, claimable within 5 years.