

Tampere University is a community of 21,000 students and over 4,000 staff members. The University was formed in 2019 when two previously separate universities, Tampere University of Technology and the University of Tampere, merged into one. The University of Tampere was first established in 1925 and Tampere University of Technology in 1965. Thus, Tampere University has many decades’ experience in educating university students.
We are one of the most multidisciplinary universities in Finland and we offer various inspiring programs conducted in English. Education at Tampere University is based on the latest research knowledge, strong lifelong partnerships and close collaboration with society and working life. As a student, you will receive a world-class education in a unique learning environment. Studies at Tampere University will give you excellent opportunities to form a global network of both professional and academic colleagues.
Research at Tampere University focuses especially on topics related to technology, health, and society. Numerous research groups and networks operate in our community conducting multidisciplinary and diverse studies across organizational boundaries.
Tampere University collaborates with hundreds of universities and organizations worldwide. We offer our students and staff a wide variety of opportunities for internationalization. Our international community includes students and staff from more than 80 countries.
Tampere University is one of the most multidisciplinary universities in Finland and we offer various inspiring master's programmes conducted in English. Tampere Summer School offers courses covering various academic fields and up-to-date topics. The University cooperates with about 550 partner universities internationally, and it draws its students and staff from 80 countries.
Education loan deferment: While on a Fulbright in Finland, U.S. Student grantees have often been able to defer loans. Fulbright grants usually fall under the Graduate Fellowship deferment category. Grantee should confirm this with the lending institution.
Alumni who successfully complete the Fulbright U.S. Student Program are eligible for 12 months of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) hiring status within the federal government, with the possibility of extensions if certain criteria are met.
The award competition is open to U.S. students who hold a minimum Bachelor's degree. Academically talented graduating seniors may also apply before having the degree in hand. The grant is aimed at students who wish to complete a full Master’s degree at Tampere University.
Fulbright-Tampere University Graduate Award has a dual application procedure: The Fulbright grant competition and admission to the university.
Please read the detailed application information for Finland. Please see the Application section.
The final selection is made by the Fulbright Finland Foundation in Helsinki.
There are two Fulbright-Tampere University Graduate Awards available per year.
The student is responsible for securing affiliation with Tampere University. Degree student applicants must apply for admission to Tampere University in accordance with the university application procedure. Please see the instructions on how to apply for admission at the Tampere University website. Please see the Fulbright application affiliation instructions and submission deadline in the Affiliation section on the U.S. Student Program website.
Degree student applicants need to apply for admission to Tampere University in accordance with the university application procedure and timetable.
Please see the Grant Application Timeline on the Fulbright U.S. Student Program website under the heading Grant Timeline.
Tampere University
Minna Haka-Risku
Manager of International Affairs
E-mail: [email protected]
Institute of International Education (IIE)
Kyler Castro, Regional Program Officer, Europe and Eurasia
Fulbright Student Scholar Program
Email: [email protected]
The Fulbright Finland Foundation is a private, independent, not-for-profit organization based in Helsinki, Finland. The Foundation’s aim is
The Fulbright-Tampere University Graduate Award program is part of the global Fulbright program operating in over 160 countries worldwide.