collageEstablished in 1992, Laurea-ammattikorkeakoulu (Laurea University of Applied Sciences) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Vantaa (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Uusimaa. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Espoo, Lohja, Porvoo, Hyvinkää. Officially recognized by the Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö, Suomi (Ministry of Education and Culture of Finland), Laurea-ammattikorkeakoulu (LAUREA) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational Finnish higher education institution. Laurea-ammattikorkeakoulu (LAUREA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 28 years old Finnish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students’ past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Finnish higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. LAUREA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Identity
| Name | Laurea University of Applied Sciences |
|---|---|
| Acronym | LAUREA |
| Founded | 1992 |
| Motto | Together we are stronger |
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University Location
| Address | Ratatie 22 Vantaa 01300 Uusimaa Finland |
|---|---|
| Tel | +358 (9) 8868 7215 |
| Fax | +358 (9) 8868 7200 |
| Other locations | Espoo, Lohja, Porvoo, Hyvinkää |
Yearly Tuition Range
| Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
|---|---|---|
| Local students | 0-1,000 US$ (0-750 Euro) | 0-1,000 US$ (0-750 Euro) |
| International students | 10,000-12,500 US$ (7,400-9,200 Euro) | 12,500-15,000 US$ (9,200-11,000 Euro) |
University Admissions
| Gender | Men and Women (coed) |
|---|---|
| International Students | Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission |
| Selection Type | Yes, based on entrance examinations and students’ past academic record and grades |
| Admission Rate | 10-20% |
| Admission Office | Ratatie 22 Vantaa 01300 (9) 8868 7293 |
Important: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact the Laurea University of Applied Sciences‘s Admission Office for detailed information on a specific admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above University admission information is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.
Size and Profile
| Student Enrollment | 7,000-7,999 |
|---|---|
| Academic Staff | 500-599 |
| Control Type | Public |
| Entity Type | Non-Profit |
| Academic Calendar | Semesters |
|---|---|
| Campus Setting | Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | None |
Facilities and Services
| Study Abroad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Distance Learning | Yes |
| Academic Counseling | Yes |
| Career Services | Yes |
| Institutional Hospital | Not reported |
Important: please contact or visit the official website of Laurea University of Applied Sciences for detailed information on facilities and services provided, including the type of scholarships and other financial aids offered to local or international students; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditation
Opetus- ja kulttuuriministeriö, Suomi
Year of first Accreditation
1997
Other Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations
- Finnish Education Evaluation Centre (FINEEC)
Laurea university of applied sciences ranking
| country rank | 18 |
|---|---|
| world rank | 3785 |
Metropolia university of applied sciences ranking
| #3091 of 14,160 | In the World |
|---|---|
| #902 of 2,789 | In Europe |
| #14 of 36 | In Finland |
| #3 of 8 | In Helsinki |
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