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
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News
29.7.2025
Construction of the Paperisilta Bridge in Onkilahti begins – bridge to close during works
The construction of the new Paperisilta Bridge in Onkilahti will begin on 4.8.2025. During the construction period, the bridge will be completely closed, and...
29.7.2025
Lifti’s winter timetable will take effect on 4 August 2025
The winter timetable for Lifti, the public transport service for Vaasa and Mustasaari, will take effect on Monday 4 August 2025 and remain in force until 31 May...
28.7.2025
Give your opinion and respond to the public transport customer survey!
Residents' opinions on the performance of Vaasa and Mustasaari's joint public transport, Lifti, are being collected again through a yearly customer survey. The...
28.7.2025
Library evening – for first graders and their guardians
Come to the library evening for first graders and get your own library card.
