Exchange students – Free movers
Are you a free mover exchange student?
We welcome students from non-partner institutions to our exchange programmes. Read instructions below and join us!
What is Free mover exchange?
Free mover applicants organize their exchange completely independently, including the whole application prosess and other arrangements.
Laurea welcomes students from non-partner institutions to its exchange programs. Our competent staff will guide you through the entire process and your exchange experience.
During your stay in ”The happiest country in the world” you will be exposed to the Finnish culture, the best education system and be a part of the student organization that will let you explore also the neighbouring countries.
The roadmap from application to graduation
By October 1st
Make sure your university/agent has nominated you through the nomination form on this website. Before your university nominates you, please share the important links regarding our education and various practical matters to allow your institution to understand your choice.
By October 15th
Laurea international office will contact you to start the application process. You will be interviewed, guided through practicalities and your experience is planned with you.
By October 3th
You are conditionally accepted and a letter of acceptance is provided.
By November 15th
You pay the tuition fee and can apply for the VISA and housing.
By the second week of January
You arrive in Finland, settle in and receive the orientation training.
During the spring semester
You study, enjoy the benefits of learning as well as the cultural and integration experience.
End of May and end of June
You receive confirmation letters, certificates and transcript of records and return home.
Tuition fee
All incoming Free-Mover exchange students are required to pay tuition fee for their semester studies at Laurea. The tuition fees are VAT-inclusive. Students can choose between two options below on how they wish to pay their tuition fees:
5900 Euros: Tuition fee for Studies only
9400 Euros: All-inclusive Tuition fee that covers studies, accommodation and administrative service charges only.
Tuition fee does NOT include anything else which is not mentioned in the fee category selected by the applicant. Applicants are also responsible for their meal plans, local and international transportation, insurance, visa, etc. We recommend applicants to take a look at the costs of living in Finland which can be found at the important links above.
Apply now
To apply you have to make sure that your university/agent has nominated you through the nomination form below. Nominations done by students themselves will not be considered.
Tuition fee does NOT include anything else which is not mentioned in the fee category selected by the applicant. Applicants are also responsible for their meal plans, local and international transportation, insurance, visa, etc. We recommend applicants to take a look at the costs of living in Finland which can be found at the important links above.