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Aalto University

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Overview

Aalto-yliopisto (Aalto University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Espoo, Uusimaa, Finland. This institution also has a branch campus in Helsinki. Established in 2010, Aalto-yliopisto (AYO) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö. AYO provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 16-year-old Finnish higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 10-19%. This makes it an extremely selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. AYO also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Aalto University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Aalto University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Aalto University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Aalto University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

Identity

Name (English) Aalto University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym AYO
Founded 2010 Merger between Teknillisen korkeakoulun, established in 1849, Taideteollisen korkeakoulun, established in 1871, and Helsingin kauppakorkeakoulun, established in 1911
Motto Labor et scientia
Labor and Science
Colours Blue, yellow and red
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Location

Address PL 11000; Otakaari 1B
Espoo
00076 Uusimaa
Finland
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Aalto University Phone Number (9) 470 01
Aalto University Fax Number (9) 470 25742
Other locations Helsinki

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Website

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Aalto University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Aalto University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2010


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Aalto-yliopisto's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Aalto University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Aalto University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Aalto University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Aalto University's academic range and degree level offering.



Aalto-yliopisto: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Aalto University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Aalto University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Aalto University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Aalto University.



Aalto University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Aalto University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Aalto University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Aalto University Admission Info


Aalto University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Aalto University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Aalto University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Aalto University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Aalto University's acceptance rate ranges from 10 to 19%, making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Aalto University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Aalto University has more than 2700 international students.


Aalto University's Admission Office Admission Office

Otakaari 1, room Y199a
Espoo 02150
2944 29290


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Size and Profile

Aalto University Size and Profile


Aalto University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Aalto University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Aalto University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Aalto University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Aalto University's Control Type Control Type

Aalto University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Aalto University's Entity Type Entity Type

Aalto University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Aalto University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Aalto University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Aalto University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Aalto University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Aalto University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Aalto University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Aalto University Facilities


Aalto University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Aalto University's Library


Aalto University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Aalto University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Aalto University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Aalto University Services


Aalto University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Aalto University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Aalto University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Aalto University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Aalto University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Aalto University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Aalto-yliopisto consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Aalto-yliopisto
  • School of Arts, Design and Architecture
  • School of Chemical Technology
  • School of Business
  • School of Electrical Engineering
  • School of Engineering
  • School of Science

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Memberships and Affiliations

Aalto University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Aalto-yliopisto's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER)
  • Consortium Linking Universities of Science and Technology for Education and Research (CLUSTER)
  • Ge4 Network (GE4)
  • Technology Innovation International (TII)
  • Top Industrial Managers for Europe (TIME)
  • Société Européenne pour la Formation des Ingénieurs (SEFI)
  • European Council of Landscape Architecture Schools (ECLAS)
  • European Association for International Education (EAIE)
  • Global Alliance in Management Education (CEMS)
  • European University Continuing Education Network (EUCEN)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aalto University public or private?

Aalto University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Aalto University profit or non-profit?

Aalto University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Aalto University in terms of enrollment?

Aalto University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Aalto University in terms of academic staff?

Aalto University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.

Is Aalto University a coeducational institution?

Aalto University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Aalto University use?

Aalto University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Aalto University affiliated with?

None.

Does Aalto University admit international students?

Yes. Aalto University has more than 2700 international students.

What is Aalto University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Aalto University's acceptance rate ranges from 10 to 19%, making it an extremely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Aalto University AYO?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Aalto University AYO located?

Aalto University is located in Espoo, Uusimaa, Finland. Address: PL 11000; Otakaari 1B.

Is Aalto University AYO accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Aalto University is accredited by Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö (since 2010).

Does Aalto University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Aalto University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Aalto University have a university library?

Yes

Does Aalto University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Aalto University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Aalto University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Aalto University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Aalto University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Aalto University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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