FAQ: rejected applications

Even if you uploaded all the required attachments on the application, we might not have been able to accept your application because of a reason related to the contents of the documents. Here are the most common reasons:

• Some of the required information are not mentioned on the transcript of records or degree certificate. For example:
  • The document doesn't clearly state that the degree has been awarded.
  • Some of the pages of the transcript is not included.
  • Grading scale is not included.
  • Applicant applies with a top-up degree and has not provided documents regarding the first diploma.

• English language proficiency was not proven in one of the accepted ways mentioned in the programme-specific admission criteria. For example:
  • Applicant wants to use a higher education degree studied in English as proof of language proficiency. However, the degree is awarded in one of the countries that is not listed as accepted in the admission criteria.
  • The language of instruction of the degree is not mentioned on the educational documents.
  • Language test result doesn't meet the programme-specific requirements (score is not high enough or the test type is not one of the accepted types of test).

• The applicant's previous degree does not give eligibility for Master's level studies, or their previous field of study is not compatible with the programme the applicant is applying to. For example:

  • Applicant applies with a Higher National Diploma, which is not extensive enough to give eligibility for master's degree studies.
  • The previous studies do not cover the required studies for the programme the applicant is applying for.

Document content requirements

Unfortunately, we cannot make any extensions to our deadlines, even if the delay was caused by a third party, such as the language test organiser, the applicant’s former university, or by the applicant's illness or any other unexpected event as we want to ensure equal treatment of all the applicants. 

Your application will be evaluated based on the information provided by 28 January, which was the attachment submission deadline.

If any required documents were not submitted to your application in time to meet the given deadline, your application will be deemed ineligible and will not be processed further. If this applies to your situation, JYU warmly welcomes you to apply again in January 2027!

To create a strong motivation letter, it is important to follow the instructions provided in the admission criteria. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide more personalized guidance to ensure equal treatment for all applicants.