History
LUT University (Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT) is a public science university in Finland, bringing together the fields of technology, business and social sciences.
Education
We offer eight bachelor's and almost 30 master's programmes in English. In our programmes, you can obtain the degree of either in Bachelor of Science in Technology, B.Sc. (Tech.), Bachelor of Science in Economics and Business Administration, B.Sc. (Econ. & Bus. Admin), Master of Science in Technology, M.Sc. (Tech.), Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration, M.Sc. (Econ. & Bus. Admin.) or Master of Social Sciences (M.Soc.Sc.). The programmes are mainly on-campus, but we also offer some blended learning master’s programmes.
In our programmes, you can choose from the following disciplines: business administration, chemical engineering, computational engineering, electrical engineering, energy technology, environmental technology, industrial management, mechanical engineering, social and communication sciences, and software engineering.
Research
We create innovations and new knowledge through science. We use the latest results of scientific research in our courses, ensuring you receive the most up-to-date knowledge.
Career
You will study in programmes that are developed in close cooperation with industry, ensuring your studies are relevant to the changing needs of your profession. During your studies, you will work on industry projects and create solutions to real-world problems.
Top reasons to study here
- We fight for a better world – for all that is good. Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we seek new solutions with our expertise.
- We are one of the world’s top universities for climate action.
- The THE World University Rankings place LUT among the world's top 300 universities.
LUT University Key Statistics & Highlights
- #251 Ranking
- 32 Masters
- 49 Scholarships
- 1,100 Academic Staff
- 8,500 Students
- 2,300 Students (int'l)
- Public Institution Type
LUT University Overview
LUT University Scholarships
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LUT University Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 37 reviews
- 5 Star 26 Reviews
- 4 Star 9 Reviews
- 3 Star 2 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Overall Satisfaction 4.5
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.3
- Student Diversity 4.3
- Admission Process 4.4
- Quality of Student Life 4.2
- Career Development 4.6
Love it here
I've been here for just a few months and I can honestly say that I just love it here! The food from the restaurants is cheap (for students) and the facilities on campus (there's a gym, a pool table, a massive library, etc.) are amazing. We get academic freedom meaning that we don't have to go to lectures and there's no attendance quota, which is a great thing. Overall, I love it!
diffrent and new method of learning
A different and new experience with theoretical courses. Data analysis should have been included, but the teaching method for each course was unique and dynamic. The connection with the European Union job market is limited.
My Experience at LUT
Studying at LUT University has been a transformative experience, both academically and personally. As a Master�s student in *Global Communications and Clean Air, Water, and Energy*, I had the opportunity to explore important global topics like sustainability, responsible communication, and behavioral change in depth. The courses were thoughtfully designed, and I especially appreciated how theory was consistently linked to real-world applications. What stood out to me most was the multicultural learning environment and how supportive the teaching staff were. As an international student, I felt welcomed and encouraged to actively participate in discussions and projects. Group assignments and academic presentations helped me grow in confidence, improve my research skills, and develop critical thinking. Outside of the classroom, adapting to life in Finland taught me independence and resilience. I learned to navigate cultural differences, manage my time better, and stay motivated even during the long winter months. Overall, LUT has helped me become more aware of the global challenges we face�and how communication plays a vital role in addressing them. I am grateful for this experience and would definitely recommend LUT to students who want a meaningful and internationally focused education.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2025. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 7 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
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LUT University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
World University Rankings
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 251 | 251 | 251 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
Dropped 61 places compared to 2025
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 351 | 336 | 397 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 59 places compared to 2025
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 696 | 663 | 722 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Housing services
LUT University’s green and modern campuses offer a compact combination of all of the services students need. Most student apartments are located within walking distance, and there are plenty of excellent sports and recreation venues. You can apply for student housing in Lappeenranta with LOAS, in Lahti with Lahden Talot, in Mikkeli with MOAS and in Kouvola with Kouvolan Asunnot.
Library services
Academic Library in Lappeenranta serves customers the same friendly way as before. If you study or work in Lahti, Mukkulankatu Industria library and Niemenkatu Scientia library are the places to find. You can still borrow items using your old library card.
When needed, new customers will get a library card for borrowing.
Medical services
All foreign students must have adequate health/travel insurance while they are studying at LUT. Citizens of EU/EEA countries and the countries mentioned above only need to obtain the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) from the social security authorities in their home country or buy a private insurance.
Campus life
Our international community consists of almost 9,000 members of nearly 100 different nationalities. Our campuses are located in the cities of Lappeenranta and Lahti, Finland. We offer also few master's programmes in our regional units in Kouvola and Mikkeli.
Sports facilities
High quality, affordable and versatile sports services for LUT University students on both campuses are provided by MOVEO.
Student clubs
Singing? Climbing? Hiking? Acting? Heavy metal music? Ultra-economical car design? Whatever your interests, the chances are that we will have the club you are looking for. Joining a club is an ideal way to get to know new people or discover a totally new hobby. LUT has around 30 clubs that are always more than ready to welcome international students.
Accreditation
We aim to be a forerunner in education by securing international quality labels for our degree programmes as a sign of excellence in the teaching. We continuously assess the quality of our education and research through international accreditations. Most of our programmes have gained international accreditations.