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Aalto-yliopisto

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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-yliopisto's Control Typepublic

Entity

Aalto-yliopisto's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Aalto-yliopisto' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Aalto-yliopisto's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) Aalto University
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
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
Aalto-yliopisto's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Aalto-yliopisto Phone Number (9) 470 01
Aalto-yliopisto 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-yliopisto 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 Aalto-yliopisto you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Aalto-yliopisto Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Aalto-yliopisto 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-yliopisto'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-yliopisto Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Aalto-yliopisto Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Aalto-yliopisto 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-yliopisto.



Aalto-yliopisto: 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-yliopisto Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Aalto-yliopisto website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Aalto-yliopisto Admission Info


Aalto-yliopisto's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Aalto-yliopisto's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Aalto-yliopisto'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-yliopisto's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Aalto University has more than 2700 international students.


Aalto-yliopisto's Admission Office Admission Office

Otakaari 1, room Y199a
Espoo 02150
2944 29290


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Aalto-yliopisto's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Aalto-yliopisto Size and Profile


Aalto-yliopisto's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

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


Aalto-yliopisto's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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


Aalto-yliopisto's Control Type Control Type

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


Aalto-yliopisto's Entity Type Entity Type

Aalto-yliopisto 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-yliopisto's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Aalto-yliopisto's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Aalto-yliopisto 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-yliopisto's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Aalto-yliopisto is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Aalto-yliopisto Facilities


Aalto-yliopisto's Library University Library

Yes Visit Aalto-yliopisto's Library


Aalto-yliopisto's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Aalto-yliopisto's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Aalto-yliopisto's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Aalto-yliopisto Services


Aalto-yliopisto's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Aalto-yliopisto's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Aalto-yliopisto's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Aalto-yliopisto's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Aalto-yliopisto's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Aalto-yliopisto 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-yliopisto 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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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aalto-yliopisto public or private?

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

Is Aalto-yliopisto profit or non-profit?

Aalto-yliopisto 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-yliopisto in terms of enrollment?

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

What is the size of Aalto-yliopisto in terms of academic staff?

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

Is Aalto-yliopisto a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Aalto-yliopisto use?

Aalto-yliopisto 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-yliopisto affiliated with?

None.

Does Aalto-yliopisto admit international students?

Yes. Aalto University has more than 2700 international students.

What is Aalto-yliopisto's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Aalto-yliopisto'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-yliopisto 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-yliopisto AYO located?

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

Is Aalto-yliopisto AYO accredited and legally recognised?

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

Does Aalto-yliopisto offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Aalto-yliopisto offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Aalto-yliopisto have a university library?

Yes

Does Aalto-yliopisto provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Aalto-yliopisto have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Aalto-yliopisto offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Aalto-yliopisto offer career services?

Not reported

Does Aalto-yliopisto offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Aalto-yliopisto have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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