Students
It is no coincidence that the people you meet on Vaasa’s streets seem surprisingly young, - every fifth resident is a university student. In relation to the population, Vaasa is Finland’s largest university city.
Services for students
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General upper secondary school
General upper secondary education given in is post-comprehensive school general education that provides the qualifications for studying at universities, universities of applied sciences, and in vocational education based on the upper secondary school curriculum.
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Happy Student City
Did you know that on the streets of Vaasa, every fifth passerby is a student? So, the overall presence of students is quite noticeable.
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Internships
The City of Vaasa offers many opportunities for students in universities, universities of applied sciences, vocational colleges and vocational training institutes to do work-based placements and dissertations.
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Meeting places
Would you like to get to know your neighbours? Are you looking for new friends? Do you sometimes feel lonely? Here are some examples of places where you can go to meet other people and spend time in good company!
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Vocational Training
Vocational training is aimed at both young people and adults at different stages of life.
Events
Topical
News
6.6.2025
Sheep return to Vaasa’s meadows for the summer
These popular summer workers are back in action. This summer, the sheep will be working in Gerby’s Omenapuupuisto Park and opposite the Old Vaasa ruins.
6.6.2025
Inkeri Julkunen and Other Naïve Artists – this summer, the Ostrobothnian Museum will host an exhibition dedicated to Finnish naïve art
In June, the Ostrobothnian Museum will open an exhibition showcasing naïve art, with a special focus on Vaasa-born artist Inkeri Julkunen (1935–2017). The...
6.6.2025
Mini-Lifti shared cars available for hire throughout the summer
The city’s Mini-Lifti shared cars are available for general hire from 16 June to 10 August 2025. Normally, the cars are reserved for use by city employees on...
6.6.2025
Vaasa Swimming Hall closed from 13 to 15 June
Vaasa Swimming Hall will be closed to the public from Friday to Sunday, 13–15 June 2025, due to swimming competitions. On Thursday 12 June, the swimming hall...
