The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) Kuopio Campus is a vibrant university located in Eastern Finland, known for its beautiful natural surroundings and strong focus on research and innovation. Here’s a quick rundown for American students considering UEF:
Location: Kuopio, Finland (Eastern Finland) – known for its lakes and forests, offering outdoor activities and a strong sense of community.
Academics: UEF offers a wide range of Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in English across various fields, including:
Natural Sciences (e.g., Biology, Environmental Science)
International Student Friendliness: UEF offers dedicated support services for international students, including pre-arrival guidance, visa application assistance, and orientation programs.
Finland, Kuopio, Northern Savonia, 70210
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
University of Eastern Finland
fees may vary according to university current structure and policy
| Ranking | Form | Year | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 535 | QS | 2025 | Public |
Kuopas (Kuopio Student Housing Company) is a public company owned by the City of Kuopio that builds and maintains student housing in Kuopio. More than 3000 students and their families live in Kuopas housing and most of our international students live with Kuopas. Kuopas has 30 apartment buildings around Kuopio and they are situated within 0.5–8 km from the campus.
The rent of shared student apartments includes internet, water, heating and free laundry, but it does not include utility bills, such as electricity and parking. Common sauna session (women and men separately) is free once a week. If you prefer to go to sauna by yourself, you can reserve a sauna term for yourself (1 hour/week, always at the same time). There is a free Internet connection (10Mbit) in every Kuopas apartment. You can upgrade it if you need a faster connection, but they will charge you for it. All furnished shared apartments have a modem.
Most international students live in shared and furnished apartments (communal apartments). Each student has got their own room but kitchen and bathroom are shared with 1-4 other students of the same gender.
If you are coming to Kuopio with your family you can apply for a family apartment. Family apartments’ sizes vary from two bedroom apartments to three-bedroom apartments. Family apartments are mainly for families, but sometimes if they are free, it might be possible to rent them amongst friends.
The University of Eastern Finland is the most multidisciplinary university in Finland. Our high standard of interdisciplinary research and education respond to global challenges and build a sustainable future. Our research is ranked among the best in the world in several fields. We offer education in nearly 100major subjects and we train experts for tomorrow’s changing labour market needs.
Our profile areas in research and education are:
Ageing, lifestyles and healthEnvironmental change and sustainable use of natural resourcesCultural encounters, mobilities and borders Diversifying learning and interaction
We are a sought-after place to study, thanks to our teaching based on the latest research and our diverse academic offering, as well as our flexible study opportunities and our selection of minor subjects freely available to students. We are a pioneer of continuous learning.
Students, high-level learning processes and student well-being stand at the core of our activities. We offer our students inspiring, open and continuously evolving learning environments: comfortable facility solutions and modern digital environments support learning.
At UEF, we also have extensive international relations and are involved in several internationalnet works as our teaching and research staff, and students participate in various programs. In addition, we have concluded bilateral agreements of cooperation with approximately 100 international universities.
To find out more , please visit our website , Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn , Instagram and YouTube channel .
If you are interested in learning more about the international Master’s programmes we offer, please visit uef.fi/masters . Links to programme-specific websites can be found from the programme list below.