The University of Lapland does not charge tuition fees from students enrolled in regular degree programmes.

However, there are some compulsory fees connected closely with the studies. Before registering, a student studying for a degree must pay the annual membership fee (for example, it was €85 in 2010/2011 academic year) of the Student Union of the University of Lapland (LYY).  After paying the fee, the student receives the official student card and is entitled to the services provided by the Student Union and the Finnish Student Health Care Service (YTHS).

Visiting and postgraduate students do not have to pay the membership fee, unless they want to have the Finnish student card. In addition to the compulsory fees and study materials, you must be able to pay for your food, housing, clothes social life etc. 

To be granted a residence permit to study in Finland, students MUST show proof of funds in their residence permit application to the Finnish Immigration Service which serves as proof that a student can financially support themselves for the duration of their studies. Please have a look at the Finnish Immigration Service website to find out how much funds you will need to be granted a residence permit to study. You will not be able to complete your degree programme if you are not able to reside in Finland for the duration of your studies.

Please note, the University of Lapland does not provide scholarships for international students to study at the university.