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Direct Application to Savonia

Direct Application for studies starting in autumn 2026
selection method: SAT

Savonia UAS offers 6 Bachelor’s degree programmes in the Direct Application to Savonia UAS.

You will find more information about the content of the degree programmes on Savonia UAS website.

The process and the timetable for the Direct Application, selection method: SAT

  • The application period starts on 1 October 2025. Application period to each degree programme ends once the group is full, but on 31 March 2026 at the latest.
  • Starting from 1 Jan 2025, applicants from outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland are required to pay an application fee in order to apply to higher education studies. Please, read more information about the application fee on Studyinfo.
  • It is possible to apply to only one degree programme with one application. If the applicant fills in several applications, only the 1st application remains valid.
  • Required attachments must be uploaded to the application form before the application form can be sent.
    • copies of final certificates, which gives eligibility to apply to Higher Education studies (you cannot apply with unfinished degree)
    • a copy of an official ID / passport
  • Students are selected on the basis of SAT test
  • Application will be taken into consideration once the applicant’s SAT score has been received from the College Board.
  • Results of the student selection will be published continuously
  • Study place must be confirmed within 7 days of being accepted as student.
  • Those who are obligated to pay the tuition fee will receive instructions on how to pay the tuition fee. The tuition fee must be fully paid within 14 days of being accepted as student.
  • Studies will begin in the end of August 2026.

Important information for applicants

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Where can I find the application form?
How do I fill in the application form?

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How are students selected? Is there an interview? Can I use SAT or International UAS Exam?

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How much is the tuition fee?
Is there a scholarship available?

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Who is eligible to apply?
What documents are needed for applying?

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I have been offered several study places, but how many study places I can accept?

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How is life in Finland?
Where to find housing?
Can I work while studying?

If you have any questions related to applying, please contact the Admission services.

Savonia UAS Admission services
admissions@savonia.fi

Savonia University of Applied Sciences
Admission services
P.O. Box 6 (Microkatu 1)
FI-70201 KUOPIO
FINLAND