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
19.3.2026
The happiness of Vaasa residents has remained stable – good deeds improve wellbeing
The 2025 Vaasa happiness survey reveals that residents’ happiness remains at a strong level. The current happiness score of Vaasa residents is 74.3 out of...
18.3.2026
One-million-page reading challenge at Nummen koulu
Nummen koulu in Vaasa has taken literacy work seriously this school year. The entire school, including the staff, is participating in a one-million-page reading...
17.3.2026
System level collaboration opens new opportunities for carbon neutral energy system – EnergySampo Forum brings experts to Vaasa
A carbon-neutral future requires comprehensive development of the energy system and new forms of collaboration. The partners of the EnergySampo innovation...
13.3.2026
Safer Everyday Life Belongs to Everyone – Week Against Racism is Celebrated 16–22 March 2026
The Week Against Racism is celebrated 16–22 March 2026. The theme of the week is safety. A safer municipality. A safer city. A safer school. A safer...
