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Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu

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world rank  3222

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Overview

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu (Oulu University of Applied Sciences) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Oulu, Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. This institution also has a branch campus in Raahe and Oulainen. Founded in 1992, Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu (OAMK) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö. OAMK offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 34-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 students are welcome to apply. OAMK also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Control Typepublic

Entity

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) Oulu University of Applied Sciences
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym OAMK
Founded 1992
Motto Osana elämää
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Location

Address PO Box 222, Kiviharjunlenkki 1B
Oulu
90101 Northern Ostrobothnia
Finland
Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu Phone Number (10) 272 1030
Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu Fax Number (10) 272 1371
Other locations Raahe and Oulainen

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Website

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Oulu University of Applied Sciences's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1996


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu 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 Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's academic range and degree level offering.



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

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Programs and Courses

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu 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 Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu.



Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu: 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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Admissions

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu Admission Info


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu'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


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 405 Professorintie 5
Oulu 90101
(10) 272 1032


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Size and Profile

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu Size and Profile


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Control Type Control Type

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


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Entity Type Entity Type

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu 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.


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu 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.


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu Facilities


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Library University Library

Yes Visit Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Library


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu Services


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu Affiliations and Memberships

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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu public or private?

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

Is Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu profit or non-profit?

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu 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 Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu in terms of enrollment?

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu in terms of academic staff?

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu a coeducational institution?

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu use?

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu 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 Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu affiliated with?

None.

Does Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu admit international students?

Yes.

What is Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu'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 Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu OAMK?

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 Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu OAMK located?

Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu is located in Oulu, Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. Address: PO Box 222, Kiviharjunlenkki 1B.

Is Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu OAMK accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu is accredited by Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö (since 1996).

Does Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu have a university library?

Yes

Does Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu offer career services?

Not reported

Does Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Oulun Seudun ammattikorkeakoulu have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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