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Selection method: certificate grades

Direct Application for studies starting in autumn 2026, selection method: certificate grades

Savonia UAS offers different ways how to apply to degree programmes conducted in English.

On this page, you can find information about the Direct Application for studies starting in autumn 2026. Selection method: certificate grades.

Process and timetable for Direct Application, selection method: certificate grades

  • Link to the application form on Studyinfo
  • The application period has started on 1 October 2025. Application period to each degree programme ends once the group is full, on 31 July 2026 at the latest. 
  • 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 when submitting the application form.  
    • Copies of final certificates, which give eligibility to apply to Higher Education studies. You cannot apply with unfinished degree.
    • A proof of English language skills
      • Note! If the applicant does not have a required proof of English language skills, she/he can still apply. Such applicant is invited to the online interview if her/his grades meet the requirements.
    • A copy of an official ID / passport, which is valid at least until 1 October 2025.
  • Students are selected on the basis of certificate grades
    • Only certain certificates from specific countries are accepted.
    • Each applicant is evaluated individually on the basis of documents she/he has submitted on the application form.
  • The admission process is based on rolling admission, and the number of study places to each degree programme is limited. The applications will be processed in order of arrival. 
  • 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.
  • Note! Students must register as present or absent for the academic year by 31 August 2026 either in person on campus or by authenticating online through Candour service
  • Savonia UAS reserves the right to make changes to the application process and admission criteria.

Important information for applicants

Opiskelijat ottavat selfietä kirjastossa.

Where can I find the application form?

How do I fill in the application form?

Miesopiskelija kirjastossa.

How are students selected?

Is there an interview?
Can I use SAT or International UAS Exam?

Kaksi opiskelijaa keskustelee käytävällä.

How much is the tuition fee?

Is there a scholarship available?

Opiskelijoita Kampussydämessä.

Who is eligible to apply?

What documents are needed for applying?

Opiskelijoita Kampussydämessä.

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



Ilmakuva Kuopion keskusta-alueesta.

How is life in Finland?

Where to find housing?
Can I work while studying?

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Questions about applying? Contact Admission Services

Savonia UAS Admission Services
admissions@savonia.fi

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