Application fees
- No separate application fee is charged by Tikkurilan lukio for IB pre‑DP or DP1/DP2 admissions; applications use the standard candidate application form.
Tuition fees (by year group / study stage) — academic year 2026/27
- Pre‑DP (Year 10): EUR 8,953.47 per academic year for students who are subject to tuition charges (third‑country nationals / those not eligible for free upper‑secondary education).
- DP1 (Year 11): EUR 8,953.47 per academic year for students who are subject to tuition charges.
- DP2 (Year 12): EUR 8,953.47 per academic year for students who are subject to tuition charges.
- Part‑time / course‑by‑course (aineopiskelija) rate for 2026–2027: EUR 298.45 per study point (opintopiste).
- Equivalent per term (illustrative): the published tuition is an annual amount (academic year). If an annual fee were split evenly into two terms, the arithmetic equivalent would be EUR 4,476.74 per term (EUR 8,953.47 ÷ 2). The school's invoicing practice is annual; consult the invoice you receive for whether a school offers instalment billing.
What the tuition covers and other student costs
- The annual tuition amount does not include schoolbooks, personal learning materials or meals; students must cover these additional costs themselves. A laptop and other required materials are the student's responsibility unless they are entitled to free upper‑secondary education under Finnish law.
- The tuition does not include accommodation or a meal plan; students arrange and pay for housing and food separately.
- No school uniform costs apply (no uniform requirement is specified for IB Tikkurilan IB programme).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The tuition is charged as an annual fee determined by the student's start date; the academic year is treated as a calendar year beginning on the student's start date. Payment of the tuition fee is a precondition for participation in teaching for tuition‑liable students.
- Invoicing timing: the municipality's practice is to issue the tuition charge for the academic year (the amount applicable at the student's first year) and students are expected to pay for the year; exact invoice dates and any instalment options are stated on the invoice issued to the student.
Refunds, cancellations and prorating
- If a tuition‑liable student is unable to begin studies because their residence permit is refused, the paid tuition is refunded in full. If a student withdraws or becomes exempt from tuition during the academic year, the remaining portion of the annual fee is refunded or credited pro rata for the unserved portion of the academic year. The tuition amount applicable in the student's first year remains fixed for that student for the duration of their studies.
- Refund calculations and detailed procedures (timing, prorating by calendar months or school days, documentation required) are governed by the municipality's tuition refund and credit principles and are applied uniformly; the school or municipal billing unit issues specific guidance and processes individual refunds.
Boarding / accommodation fees
- Boarding is not provided as part of the school's tuition package; there are no school‑operated boarding services included in the tuition. Any housing costs are separate and are the responsibility of the student/family.
Other possible fees and occasional charges
- Examination or credential fees (for national matriculation or external assessments) and specific course fees (where applicable) may apply; students should expect occasional separate charges for exams, field trips, or optional activities. Study materials (textbooks, course‑specific consumables) and a personal laptop are commonly required expenses.
Payment options and method notes
- Municipal educational charges are typically issued as invoices that are payable by bank transfer or by e‑invoice into the payer's online banking system; municipalities commonly use standard invoicing formats with a payment reference (viitenumero). Card payments are generally accepted at municipal service points for in‑person transactions, but bank transfer / e‑invoicing are the standard methods for tuition invoices. Check the invoice for the exact payment methods and payee details.
Summary of the fee position for 2026/27
- Annual tuition for tuition‑liable students (those from third countries who require a student residence permit for studies) starting 1 August 2026: EUR 8,953.47 per academic year. Part‑time (per study point) rate for 2026–2027: EUR 298.45 per study point. Students also pay separately for learning materials, meals and accommodation; refunds for withdrawal or change of residence‑permit status are handled pro rata according to municipal procedures.
