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      University of Vaasa

      University of Vaasa

      Check whether University of Vaasa is right for you as an international student.

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      Uni facts

      Vaasa, Finland
      • Type
        Public
      • Rank
        2545
      • International students
        600
      • Nationalities
        100
      • Total programs
        6
      • Acceptance rate
        10%

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      Study abroad at the University of Vaasa

      The University of Vaasa is an internationally recognized business-oriented University on the western coast of Finland. Its campus is located by the sea, just a short walk from the city center, and is often referred to as ‘Finland’s most beautiful campus’.

      The University offers degrees at bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels, and they specialize in the subjects of business studies, technology, communication, and administrative sciences. There are diverse study options in English for both Finnish and international applicants at master's degree and doctoral level.

      Students studying at the University of Vaasa benefit from small class sizes, which ensures effective and interactive learning. The University also offers all students individual guidance and support throughout their studies.

      University of Vaasa logo

      Why study at the University of Vaasa?

      • Beautiful campus

        The University’s campus is located on a UNESCO World Natural Heritage listed archipelago

      • Business links

        The University has close ties with local businesses in the area

      Life as an international student

      The University of Vaasa provides tutoring for all new international students. You’ll be appointed an international tutor, who will be a local fellow student. They’ll be on hand to help you get to know the academic environment and settle into life on campus.

      Throughout the academic year tutors will also plan different activities and events for international students. These are a great opportunity to get to know fellow students and experience Vaasa in a unique way. The University also organizes trips for international students to see other parts of Finland, like Lapland and Helsinki.

      The University campus is located next to the sea, which brings plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, from kayaking and scuba diving to ice fishing.

      Student reviews for University of Vaasa

      Overall rating
      4.225 stars
      Based on 8 reviews
      Overall experience
      4.375 stars
      Accommodation
      4 stars
      Academic
      4.375 stars
      University facilities
      4.5 stars
      University social
      3.875 stars
      • VAnessa Schwarz
        Germany
        Overall experience 5 stars
        Academic
        5 stars
        University social
        4 stars
        Accommodation
        5 stars
        University facilities
        5 stars
        University of Vaasa International Business
        Tell us about University of Vaasa
        Great international office; everything was organised in a perfect way; the contact with Finnish students could have been more in focus.
      • Raja Vardhan Reddy Marthala
        India
        Overall experience 5 stars
        Academic
        5 stars
        University social
        4 stars
        Accommodation
        4 stars
        University facilities
        5 stars
        University of Vaasa Systems Engineering
        Tell us about University of Vaasa
        Beautiful campus, excellent teaching, comfortable transport. Nice library.
      • Miika Räisänen
        Finland
        Overall experience 4 stars
        Academic
        4 stars
        University social
        5 stars
        Accommodation
        3 stars
        University facilities
        5 stars
        University of Vaasa Finance
        Tell us about University of Vaasa
        The facilities are great, library and class rooms etc. However, accommodation offered by VOAS didn't match our preferences so we had to rent an apartment from the private sector.
      • Luis Bonachera López
        Spain
        Overall experience 5 stars
        Academic
        5 stars
        University social
        5 stars
        Accommodation
        5 stars
        University facilities
        5 stars
        University of Vaasa Finance
        Tell us about University of Vaasa
        It is very well organized from the academic point of view, easy to arrive from multiple public student residences, full of events for students and high quality of professors and content of programmes.
      • Ibukun Odubogun
        Nigeria
        Overall experience 4 stars
        Academic
        4 stars
        University social
        3 stars
        Accommodation
        5 stars
        University facilities
        4 stars
        University of Vaasa Business Management
        Tell us about University of Vaasa
        The University is small relative to traditional European universities. However, it compensates with good facilities and modern digital experience.

      Student life & facilities

      Group of students planning a presentation in a living room
      • Library
        • Computer labs
        • Group Study Rooms
        • Quiet Areas
      • Transport
        • Campus Bus Service
        • Campus parking
      • Food & Restaurants
        • Restaurants 4
        • Cafe’s 3
      • IT Support
        • Campus Wireless Connectivity
      • Healthcare & Medical
        • Counselling & Mental Health Services
      • Tutoring Support
        • Academic Tutoring & Support
        • Peer & Buddy Program

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      Fees and funding

      At the University of Vaasa tuition fees will vary from €10,000 to €12,000 per academic year, and will be billed to degree students in international master’s degree programs.

      The University of Vaasa offers a generous scholarship program for students who are subject to the tuition fees. The scholarships are applied for together with the application to the program, and the results will be announced together with the admission results.

      EU students do not pay tuition.

      New Students

      Tuition fee waivers granted to best ranked students during the application process (Only for students outside the EU/EEA, as EU/EEA students do not pay tuition fees).

      • Best admitted student receives 100% tuition waiver for the first year, based on the previous academic merits reviewed during application process.
      • 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th best student receives 50% waiver for the first year, based on the previous academic merits reviewed during application process

      Going into their 2nd year

      Every student that passes the first year (gets around 55 ECTS, 60 ECTS is the expected) will receive a 50% tuition fee waiver. If the student was granted a first year scholarship, the second year scholarship is included as long as the studies are proceeding in the target time. Students who do not have a first year scholarship can apply for the second year scholarship. Details for the second year scholarships will be communicated to students during their first year

      Location

      University of Vaasa

      Wolffintie 34, 65200

      The maritime campus of the University of Vaasa is located in Palosaari which is a short walk away from the city center. The same area houses the historic old red-brick cotton factory and fresh bright new buildings.

      Visa requirements for University of Vaasa

      Many international students will require a visa to study in Finland, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

      Finland student visa requirements