International UAS Exam Waiting List Explained: How It Works and What to Expect

International UAS Exam Waiting List Explained: How It Works and What to Expect

If you’ve received a notification that you are on the waiting list after taking the International UAS Exam Spring 2025, don’t panic! Being on the waiting list is completely normal—and many applicants do end up getting admitted through it.

In this article, we’ll explain in detail how the waiting list system works, why there’s still hope, and how to track your status.

🤔 What Is the Waiting List?

When you’re placed on the waiting list, it means that you met the minimum requirements, but the number of spots in the program is currently filled by other applicants who scored higher.

However, not all those applicants will accept their study place—which is where your opportunity comes in.

🔁 Why Does the Waiting List Move?

Several factors make the waiting list move frequently:

1. Multiple Applications Many students apply to more than one program. Once they choose one, the seats they give up in other programs are passed to the next person on the waiting list.
2. International Options Some applicants also apply to universities in other countries, and may choose those instead of studying in Finland.
3. Changing Minds After considering factors like tuition fees, living costs, visa requirements, or personal reasons, some applicants simply decide not to accept their place.
4. System Efficiency Admission offers are made only to those who would be selected if all higher-ranked candidates accepted their offer. This ensures fairness—but also means that once places are declined, the list moves.

📈 What Are My Chances of Getting In?

Your chance of being admitted from the waiting list depends on:

• The popularity and competitiveness of the program
• The total number of seats offered
• How many students decline their admission

📅 Until When Can I Be Admitted?

The official last day for being offered admission from the waiting list is:

🗓 5 August 2025

However, in practice, most movement on the list happens within the first 2–4 weeks after the results are published, as applicants make their final decisions.

🔍 How Can I Check My Waiting List Position?

If you have Finnish strong authentication (Suomi.fi login), you can:

1. Visit My Studyinfo
2. Log in using Finnish online banking credentials, Finnish electronic ID card or Mobile certificate
3. Open your application and check your waiting list position per program

If you don’t have Finnish credentials, you’ll need to wait for email updates or contact the Admissions Services of the university you applied to.

💡 Still Waiting? Here’s What You Can Do

• Stay patient and monitor your Studyinfo regularly
• Keep checking your email inbox (and spam folder)
• Prepare documents for your study visa and relocation in case you get in
• Start planning a backup option (including the next application round)

🔁 What If I Don’t Get Admitted?

If you aren’t offered a place from the waiting list this time, you can try again!

📅 Next Joint Application Round:

• Autumn 2025 (for studies starting January 2026)

This is your next chance to retake the International UAS Exam and secure admission.

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✅ Key Takeaways

• Being on the waiting list is normal and not final
• You still have a real chance to get admitted—even with a higher number
• Keep checking My Studyinfo if you have access
• The waiting list moves most during the first few weeks after results
• Prepare for the next round with PassUAS if needed

Good luck—and don’t give up!