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
17.11.2025
Christmas in the Carpathians show is a celebration of unique Ukrainian music and dance
The internationally touring Ukrainian dance and music group Hutsulia will perform at Vaasa City Hall at 18.00 on 28 November 2025. The show offers the people of...
17.11.2025
Kartturi steps in when a young person is at risk of falling through the cracks of support services
The goal of Kartturi, a Vaasa-based youth workshop, is to help young people stay on track in life. Kartturi’s target group are young people who are going...
14.11.2025
Water quality improved at two beaches – stormwater may be a source of bacteria
The City of Vaasa’s efforts to improve the bathing water quality at local beaches are reflected in the latest test results. According to the annual report by...
12.11.2025
Proposal: Changes to stormwater fees at the turn of the year
It is proposed to the Urban Environment Board that Vaasa’s stormwater fees be updated from 1 January 2026. The changes aim to make fee payments clearer for...
