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On this page you will find the most frequently asked questions regarding the impact of COVID-19 on new students coming from outside the EU/EEA.

If you cannot find the answer to your question, please contact Arcada's admissions services: E-mail: admissions@arcada.fi.

Deferrals

Here you can find the most frequently asked questions about how COVID-19 impacts deferrals.

Can I defer the start of my studies due to the coronavirus?

Students cannot defer their first year of studies except for the following legal reasons: 

  • military service, non-military service and women's voluntary military service
  • maternity, paternity or parental leave
  • illness or disability which prevents them from beginning their studies

Arcada is offering remote studies by providing tuition online and therefore the first year of studies cannot be postponed due to circumstances caused by the pandemic. 

Tuition Fees: Am I eligible for a refund if I...

Here you can find the most frequently asked questions about which impact COVID-19 has on tuition fees.

...do not wish to begin my studies online and am unable to arrive in Finland in autumn 2021?

Generally, if students have accepted their study place and paid their tuition fees after being notified that their studies will begin online in the autumn, they are not eligible for a refund. 

Online studies are academically equivalent to on-campus teaching and students will receive additional support to help them progress successfully in their studies. 

For other enquiries about refunds, please contact the Admissions Services office directly at E-mail: admissions@arcada.fi. 

...begin my studies online in autumn 2021 and receive a negative decision on my residence permit application for spring 2022?

If you are not granted a residence permit and cannot arrive in Finland to continue your studies in January 2022, you are eligible for a partial refund.

Residence Permits

Here you can find the most frequently asked questions about which impact COVID-19 has on residence permits.

Where can I receive updates on how the coronavirus affects residence permit applications?

You should check the Finnish Immigration Services External link website for updates on residence permit applications or contact them directly.

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs Finland has recently opened a phoneline and email address specifically for residence permit applicants who have been experiencing difficulties. You can contact them at +358 (0)0295 16001 or E-mail: visas.mfa@formin.fi. 

The Finnish embassy has recently opened in my country. Where can I get additional documents for completing my application?

Please contact the Admissions Services office at E-mail: admissions@arcada.fi if you require additional documents. 

I have been able to submit my residence permit application. What should I do about accommodation for the autumn?

You can apply for accommodation without incurring costs as long as you have not paid a deposit or signed any contracts. Please read more about student accommodation here External link. 

Studies in Autumn 2021

Here you can find the most frequently asked questions about which impact COVID-19 has on studies in autumn 2021.

How will I begin my studies in Autumn 2021?

Your studies will begin with Introduction Days held 23–24 August during which you will receive important information regarding your studies. More information about the Introduction Days will follow.

How will my studies be structured in Autumn 2020?

The structure of the studies in the autumn semester will vary depending on the degree programme. We suggest that you visit the digital study guide Start and keep an eye on updates: https://start.arcada.fi/en External link If you have specific questions related to your studies, please contact your amanuensis or the degree department.

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