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Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu

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Overview

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu (Savonia University of Applied Sciences) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Kuopio, Northern Savonia, Finland. This institution also has a branch campus in Varkaus and Lisalmi. Founded in 1998, Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu (Savonia) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö. Savonia provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 28-year-old Finnish higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate is 20-29%. This places it among a very selective. International students are welcome to apply. Savonia also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Control Typepublic

Entity

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) Savonia University of Applied Sciences
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym Savonia
Founded 1998
Motto Thousands of Possibilities
Colours Red, blue and yellow
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Location

Address PO Box 6
Kuopio
70201 Northern Savonia
Finland
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Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Phone Number (17) 255 6000
Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Fax Number (17) 255 5014
Other locations Varkaus and Lisalmi

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Website

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Savonia University of Applied Sciences's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2009


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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



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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Savonia-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

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Savonia-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 Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu.



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

Admissions

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Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, making it a very 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


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Admission Office Admission Office

Sairaalakatu 6-8
Kuopio 70100
(17) 255 5044


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Size and Profile

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Size and Profile


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Control Type Control Type

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


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Entity Type Entity Type

Savonia-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.


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Facilities


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Library University Library

Yes Visit Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Library


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Services


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu'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

Facebook Facebook

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TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu public or private?

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

Is Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu profit or non-profit?

Savonia-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 Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu in terms of enrollment?

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu in terms of academic staff?

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu use?

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu affiliated with?

None.

Does Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu admit international students?

Yes.

What is Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, making it a very selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Savonia?

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 Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Savonia located?

Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu is located in Kuopio, Northern Savonia, Finland. Address: PO Box 6.

Is Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu Savonia accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu is accredited by Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö (since 2009).

Does Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu have a university library?

Yes

Does Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu offer career services?

Not reported

Does Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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