Student City
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It's easy to come to Jyväskylä – and even easier to stay. The city is full of students, educational opportunities in various fields, and things to do from one end of town to the other. Here you'll find your own crowd, your own interests, and maybe even your life partner.
Everyday life flows smoothly when everything is close by and getting around is super easy. There is plenty of culture, events, and places to exercise, and in the capital of sports, you can often enjoy activities at student prices. Even after graduation, the city offers plenty of opportunities and networks. See you in Jyväskylä!
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It's easy to take care of your health and well-being here. Finland's sports capital offers the best sports and exercise facilities in the country and countless opportunities for recreational activities. There are hundreds of sports facilities offering significant student discounts – some of them are even free!
After graduation, you won't need to go anywhere. Jyväskylä has many companies that offer interesting jobs and career challenges. The best thing to do is to start networking well before you graduate. In Jyväskylä, you will discover your strengths and potential and can become exactly who you are meant to be. Welcome to the team!
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- over 40 000
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- 20-24
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- 37,4 %
- higher education degrees
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9.1.2026The first spring application period for foreign-language programs at higher education institutions began on January 7, 2026, and ends on January 21 at 3:00 p.m. Finnish time (UTC+2). In Jyväskylä, there are several international programs available at both the university and the university of applied sciences. A total of 960 places are available. -
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Studia Fair in Helsinki 25.-26.11.24.11.2025Jyväskylä will be presenting its higher education options at the Studia Fair in Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre on Tue 25 Nov and Wed 26 Nov at the joint stand of the University of Jyväskylä and Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences, 5f59.
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9.1.2026The first spring application period for foreign-language programs at higher education institutions began on January 7, 2026, and ends on January 21 at 3:00 p.m. Finnish time (UTC+2). In Jyväskylä, there are several international programs available at both the university and the university of applied sciences. A total of 960 places are available.Image
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24.11.2025Jyväskylä will be presenting its higher education options at the Studia Fair in Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre on Tue 25 Nov and Wed 26 Nov at the joint stand of the University of Jyväskylä and Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences, 5f59.Image
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5.11.2025The University of Jyväskylä and Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences (Jamk) are organizing Applicant Day on Friday, November 7. This free event provides information about university studies and the application process. A free non-stop bus will run between the campuses, and during the bus ride, a city guide will tell you what Jyväskylä has to offer students. The event will be held in Finnish. There is a separate event for international applicants every year.Image
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2.10.2025Did you know that in recent years, a large number of new student apartments have been built in Jyväskylä, and older properties have been renovated to meet modern needs? There are apartments to suit every taste – from studios to shared apartments and family apartments.Image
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9.1.2026The first spring application period for foreign-language programs at higher education institutions began on January 7, 2026, and ends on January 21 at 3:00 p.m. Finnish time (UTC+2). In Jyväskylä, there are several international programs available at both the university and the university of applied sciences. A total of 960 places are available.Image
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24.11.2025Jyväskylä will be presenting its higher education options at the Studia Fair in Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre on Tue 25 Nov and Wed 26 Nov at the joint stand of the University of Jyväskylä and Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences, 5f59.Image
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5.11.2025The University of Jyväskylä and Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences (Jamk) are organizing Applicant Day on Friday, November 7. This free event provides information about university studies and the application process. A free non-stop bus will run between the campuses, and during the bus ride, a city guide will tell you what Jyväskylä has to offer students. The event will be held in Finnish. There is a separate event for international applicants every year.Image
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2.10.2025Did you know that in recent years, a large number of new student apartments have been built in Jyväskylä, and older properties have been renovated to meet modern needs? There are apartments to suit every taste – from studios to shared apartments and family apartments.Image
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15.9.2025There were 680 applicants to the University of Jyväskylä and 1,568 applicants to the Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences. A total of approximately 3,700 applications were submitted to Jamk's degree programs.Image
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29.8.2025The joint application process for the fall semester begins in September. Applications are open from September 1 to September 11, and courses begin in January 2026. In the joint application process, you can apply for up to six different courses using a single application form. Applications are submitted online at opintopolku.fi.Image
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26.8.2025The academic year is starting, and students are flocking to Jyväskylä. The City of Jyväskylä welcomes students at events for new students at the University of Jyväskylä on Wednesday, August 27, and at Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences on Thursday, August 28.Image
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19.8.2025Jyväskylä is once again preparing for a busy autumn as the academic year begins at local universities and educational institutions.Image
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4.3.2025What is the first thing that comes to your mind about studying and student life? Perhaps cramming for exams in a dormitory, fast-paced events and overalls full of badges. Studying can be this, or it can be something else entirely. For Anu Pöllänen, a mother of five, studying has meant a break from everyday life, rich experiences and new friends.Image
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20.6.2024Congratulations to you, who will start your studies in Jyväskylä this autumn! We wish you the best of times and memorable experiences in your new study city. Do you already know what kind of student city Jyväskylä is?Image
