1. Admissions Schedule (Updated)
Application Phase
Submit Your Interest
Application period opens at 09:00 UTC+2
Application closes at 15:00 UTC+2
Final deadline to upload all documents (15:00 UTC+2)
Evaluation Phase
Academic Review
Applications are carefully evaluated by the admissions committee and faculty.
Results Phase
Selection Decisions
Admission results published
Waiting list admissions end
Enrollment Phase
Journey Begins
Deadline to accept place
Submit certified documents
Studies Start
2. Study Options
Kestora College offers Master’s programmes in several fields. Applicants may apply to a maximum of two programmes per application.
Business & Economics
MSc in Accounting & Finance, Strategic Management, etc.
Art & Design
MA in Design, Architecture, and Visual Arts
Technology & Engineering
MSc in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics
3. Scholarships and Tuition Fees
At Kestora College, we believe in rewarding academic excellence and supporting students through various financial aid options. Our scholarship programme is designed to help international talent thrive in Finland.
- Merit-Based ScholarshipsAwarded to top-performing applicants based on previous academic records.
- Performance WaiversMaintain a 3.5 GPA and 55 ECTS/year for a 50% waiver from the 2nd year onwards.
Discounted Fees (1st Year Only)
4. General Eligibility Criteria
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS) or equivalent.
- Degree must enable eligibility for Master’s study in the awarding country.
- Only long-cycle degrees are considered in place of a Bachelor’s (e.g., certain professional degrees).
5. Field-Specific Requirements
Art and Design
Applicants without a formal Bachelor’s degree may apply if they have equivalent skills, proven through portfolios, work experience, or other studies.
Business and Economics
Some programmes require GMAT or GRE scores.
Technology/Engineering
Some may require relevant coursework or skills in mathematics, programming, or design.
Science
Requires a relevant Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences, physics, chemistry, or environmental science.
6. Applying with an Incomplete Degree
You may apply before your Bachelor’s degree is complete if you will graduate by 31 July 2026.
- Admission is conditional upon submission of certified final degree documents by 14 August 2026.
- Failure to submit by the deadline will cancel your study right.
7. Application Steps
Prepare in Advance
- Check programme-specific eligibility
- Prepare official documents and translations
- Schedule language tests (TOEFL/IELTS) and GMAT/GRE if required
Fill in the Online Application
Application period: 1 Dec 2025 – 31 March 2026
- Only one form per applicant
- Can include two programmes ranked by preference
- Edit application until closing date
Application Fee
No payment required to submit your application.
Upload Required Documents
Deadline: 7 April 2026 at 15:00 (UTC+2)
- Bachelor’s degree & transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (optional)
- Passport or official ID
- CV, Motivation Letter
- Portfolio (if required)
- GMAT/GRE (if required)
File format: PDF only, named appropriately (e.g., CV-Lastname-Firstname.pdf)
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8. Required Documents Explained
Certified Educational Documents
Must be submitted after admission decision by 13 May or 14 August 2026.
Translations
Non-English/Finnish/Swedish documents require official translations.
Passport/ID
Color PDF of the personal information page.
9. Language Requirements
Language Proficiency Details
English language proficiency is mandatory for all Master’s programmes taught in English. You must demonstrate your skills through an accepted language test or previous studies.
- TestsAcceptable tests: IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, or C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency.
- ExemptionsApplicants who have completed a degree in English in an EU/EEA country, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or the USA may be exempt.
10. GMAT and GRE Requirements
Certain programmes in Business and Economics require a GMAT (Classic or Focus Edition) or GRE General Test score.
- Minimum Focus Edition score: 555
- GRE General Test equivalent accepted
* Scores must be sent directly by the testing organization to Kestora College.
11. Evaluation & Decisions
Only complete applications are evaluated based on programme-specific criteria. Decision results will be published on 15 May 2026.
12. After Being Admitted
- Accept the offer by the stated deadline (5 June 2026).
- Submit certified documents (19 June or 21 August 2026).
- Pay tuition fees (if applicable).
- Complete enrolment and orientation.
International Students
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