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Congratulations — you're eligible to apply!
Based on your answers,
See if HELBUS is your fit.
Three quick questions — with real answers about the program along the way.
What's your educational background?
You're all set — the general upper secondary qualification (lukio) is one of the most common paths into HELBUS.
Great, you're qualified to apply to HELBUS! High school isn't the only path to university — HELBUS has students from a wide range of vocational backgrounds.
You're qualified to apply — the IB Diploma is warmly welcomed at HELBUS, and it's how many of our international students arrive.
No diploma listed? No problem — HELBUS reviews every application individually, so other qualifications and experience can still open the door.
How do you want to attend your classes?
Campus classes run 9:00–13:00 in small groups, with tailored teaching from visiting lecturers. Graduate in just 2 years.
Online lectures run in the evenings and are never mandatory — every session is recorded, so you can watch on your own schedule.
What's next after HELBUS?
Most HELBUS alumni go on to a master's degree, in Finland or abroad — and HELBUS Bachelor's graduates are eligible to apply.
HELBUS alumni have gone on to postgraduate studies in over 11 countries around the world.
HELBUS alumni have started multiple successful businesses — some with a team they found right in the classroom.
A 2-year Bachelor's degree gets you into the labor market fast, with a real head start on your career.
