Fulbright–University of Helsinki Graduate Award

The Fulbright–University of Helsinki Graduate Award is a Fulbright-funded scholarship for U.S. students to complete a full Master's degree program at the University of Helsinki. The award provides financial support for tuition, a monthly grant, travel and residence-permit related allowances, and access to Fulbright-related academic and alumni activities. Selection is made by the Fulbright Finland Foundation and requires both a successful Fulbright grant application and admission to a University of Helsinki International Master's programme.

EUR 1,000 monthly grant (nine months); USD 1,600 travel award; residence permit allowance; supplemental accident and sickness benefit; full tuition scholarship (EUR 13,000–18,000); access to subsidized summer school, alumni network, and possible additional travel grants or post-arrival funding opportunities.

Targeted at applicants who are going to complete a full Master's degree program at the University of Helsinki; applicants must also apply to and be admitted to the University's International Master’s Degree programme for the academic year they intend to begin.

Dual application: (1) apply to the Fulbright grant competition administered by Fulbright Finland (follow Fulbright application procedures) and (2) apply for admission to a University of Helsinki International Master's Degree programme. Final selections by Fulbright Finland Foundation.