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Oulun yliopisto

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Overview

Oulun yliopisto (University of Oulu) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the small city of Oulu, Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. Established in 1958, Oulun yliopisto (OY) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö. OY 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 68-year-old Finnish higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. OY also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Oulun yliopisto's Control Typepublic

Entity

Oulun yliopisto's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Oulun yliopisto' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Oulun yliopisto's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Oulu
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym OY
Founded 1958
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Location

Address PO Box 8000
Oulu
90014 Northern Ostrobothnia
Finland
Oulun yliopisto's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Oulun yliopisto Phone Number (8) 553 1011
Oulun yliopisto Fax Number (8) 554 4551
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Website

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University of Oulu's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1958


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Oulun yliopisto Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Oulun 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 Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Oulun yliopisto Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Oulun yliopisto Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Oulun 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 Oulun yliopisto.



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

Admissions

Oulun yliopisto Admission Info


Oulun yliopisto's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Oulun yliopisto's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Oulun yliopisto 's acceptance rate is not reported.


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 yliopisto's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Oulu has more than 700 international students.


Oulun yliopisto's Admission Office Admission Office

University of Oulu
Oulu 90014



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Size and Profile

Oulun yliopisto Size and Profile


Oulun yliopisto's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

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


Oulun yliopisto's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Oulun yliopisto's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Oulun yliopisto's Control Type Control Type

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


Oulun yliopisto's Entity Type Entity Type

Oulun 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.


Oulun yliopisto's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Oulun yliopisto's main campus setting is not reported.


Oulun yliopisto's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Oulun 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.


Oulun yliopisto's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Oulun yliopisto is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Oulun yliopisto Facilities


Oulun yliopisto's Library University Library

Yes Visit Oulun yliopisto's Library


Oulun yliopisto's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Oulun yliopisto's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Oulun yliopisto's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes

Oulun yliopisto Services


Oulun yliopisto's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Oulun yliopisto's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Oulun yliopisto's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Oulun yliopisto's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Oulun yliopisto's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Oulun yliopisto Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Oulun yliopisto Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Oulun 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)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oulun yliopisto public or private?

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

Is Oulun yliopisto profit or non-profit?

Oulun 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 Oulun yliopisto in terms of enrollment?

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

What is the size of Oulun yliopisto in terms of academic staff?

Oulun yliopisto's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.

Is Oulun yliopisto a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Oulun yliopisto use?

Oulun 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 Oulun yliopisto affiliated with?

None.

Does Oulun yliopisto admit international students?

Yes. University of Oulu has more than 700 international students.

What is Oulun yliopisto's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Oulun yliopisto 's acceptance rate is not reported. 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 yliopisto OY?

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 yliopisto OY located?

Oulun yliopisto is located in Oulu, Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. Address: PO Box 8000.

Is Oulun yliopisto OY accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Oulun yliopisto is accredited by Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö (since 1958).

Does Oulun yliopisto offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Oulun yliopisto offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Oulun yliopisto have a university library?

Yes

Does Oulun yliopisto provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Oulun yliopisto have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Oulun yliopisto offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Oulun yliopisto offer career services?

Not reported

Does Oulun yliopisto offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Oulun yliopisto have an institutional hospital?

Yes

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