University of Lapland: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #2078 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #687 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #11 of 36 | In Finland |
| #1 of 2 | In Rovaniemi |
| #175 of 1,018 | For International Law |
| Top50% | For 49 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 60%
- Enrollment
- 6,000
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.ulapland.fi
- Languages
- Finnish;English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 60% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Secondary school certificate (ylioppilastutkinto) or equivalent |
| Academic Calendar | August to May (August - December; January-May) |
| Enrollment | 6,000 |
We've calculated the 60% acceptance rate for University of Lapland based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Lapland has published 4,181 scientific papers with 70,481 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Political Science, Law, Geography and Cartography, Sociology, Ecology, Geology, Biology, and Computer Science.
University of Lapland majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 7 | 4 |
| 1993 | 6 | 4 |
| 1994 | 13 | 25 |
| 1995 | 12 | 49 |
| 1996 | 9 | 45 |
| 1997 | 25 | 85 |
| 1998 | 10 | 77 |
| 1999 | 30 | 108 |
| 2000 | 18 | 117 |
| 2001 | 25 | 196 |
| 2002 | 32 | 257 |
| 2003 | 49 | 291 |
| 2004 | 40 | 328 |
| 2005 | 56 | 529 |
| 2006 | 63 | 614 |
| 2007 | 69 | 675 |
| 2008 | 60 | 803 |
| 2009 | 95 | 1092 |
| 2010 | 66 | 1100 |
| 2011 | 138 | 1561 |
| 2012 | 162 | 1715 |
| 2013 | 197 | 2203 |
| 2014 | 200 | 2352 |
| 2015 | 171 | 2634 |
| 2016 | 216 | 3036 |
| 2017 | 232 | 3337 |
| 2018 | 256 | 3831 |
| 2019 | 293 | 4626 |
| 2020 | 292 | 5687 |
| 2021 | 320 | 7524 |
| 2022 | 362 | 8181 |
| 2023 | 345 | 8484 |
| 2024 | 247 | 8151 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Lapland gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | EU/EEA Students | Non-EU/EEA Students |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | Free | 9,000€/year |
| Master's Degree | Free | 10,000€/year |
| Doctoral Degree | Free | 12,000€/year |
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Lapland.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | No | No | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | No | No | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | No | No | No |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Kandidaatin tutkinto/Kandidatexamen | Administration, Fine Arts, Law, Social Sciences |
|---|---|
| Maisterim tutkinto/Magisterexamen | Administration, Design, Education, Fine Arts, Law, Social Sciences |
| Lisensiaatti/Licentiat | Administration, Education, Law, Social Sciences |
| Tohtorin tutkinto/Doktorexamen | Administration, Education, Fine Arts, Law, Social Sciences |
University of Lapland alumni
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Mikko Kärnä
- Occupations
- politiciancivil servantmilitary officer
- Biography
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Mikko Kärnä is a Finnish politician. He served as a member of the Parliament of Finland from 30 April 2015 until 12 June 2018 for the Lapland constituency. He was also the mayor of Enontekiö from 2012 to 2015. He is a member of the Centre Party.
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Katri Kulmuni
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Katri Briitta Ilona Kulmuni is a Finnish politician who served as the 35th deputy prime minister of Finland and the leader of the Centre Party between 2019 and 2020. A member of the Centre Party, she was a Member of Parliament from 2015 to 2024. In the 2024 European Parliament election, she was elected to the European Parliament.
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Anni-Kristiina Juuso
- Enrolled in the University of Lapland
- Studied in 2014
- Occupations
- film actorjuristjournalistactor
- Biography
-
Anni-Kristiina Juuso is a Sámi actress, renowned for her leading female roles in the movies The Cuckoo and The Kautokeino Rebellion. She received Russia's Best Actress award by both the movie academy and the press. Juuso has also received a State Movie Award, which was handed to her by Vladimir Putin. In addition to her acting career, Juuso works as a radio journalist for YLE Sámi Radio.
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Antti Kurvinen
- Enrolled in the University of Lapland
- Studied in 2013
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Antti Ilmari Vilhelm Kurvinen is a Finnish politician currently serving in the Parliament of Finland for the Centre Party at the Vaasa constituency.
University of Lapland faculties and divisions
| Centre : Arctic | Arctic Studies, Environmental Studies |
|---|---|
| Centre : Language | Modern Languages |
| Faculty : Art and Design | Art Education, Clothing and Sewing, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Media Studies, Textile Design |
| Faculty : Education | Adult Education, Education, Gender Studies, Primary Education, Teacher Training, Technology Education |
| Faculty : Law | Comparative Law, International Law, Law |
| Faculty : Social Sciences | Administration, International Relations and Diplomacy, Management, Political Sciences, Psychology, Public Law, Social Sciences, Social Welfare, Social Work, Sociology, Tourism |
| Institute : Lapland Institute for Tourism Research and Education | Tourism |
General information
| Alternative names | Lapin yliopisto |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1979 |
| Accreditation | Ministry of Education and Culture |
Location and contacts
| Address | P.O. Box 122 Yliopistonkatu 8 Rovaniemi, 96101 Finland |
|---|---|
| City population | 65,000 |