University Guide
Universities in Jyväskylä
Jyvaskyla is known as the city of education and sports, surrounded by beautiful lakes. The university is particularly renowned for teacher education, sports science, and IT programs.
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Higher Education Institutions
25,000+
Total Students
2,000+
International Students
Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences
University of Jyvaskyla
UniversityA human-focused university known globally for education research, sports science, and psychology. Beautiful lakeside campus with Alvar Aalto architecture.
14,000 students
1,300+ international
20+ Master's in English
Apply: January
Popular Fields
EducationSports ScienceITPsychologyMusic
Tuition Fees
EU/EEA Citizens
Free
Non-EU Citizens
10,000-12,000 EUR/year
Student Housing
KOAS provides affordable housing with relatively short waiting times.
International Student Services
International OfficeTutor programFinnish coursesSports facilities
Highlights
- Top teacher education
- World-class sports science
- Alvar Aalto campus
- Lake environment
JAMK University of Applied Sciences
UASKnown for strong international programs in business, IT, and tourism. High internationalization with students from over 70 countries.
8,500 students
700+ international
3+ Master's in English
Apply: January
Popular Fields
BusinessITTourismNursingEngineering
Tuition Fees
EU/EEA Citizens
Free
Non-EU Citizens
8,000-9,500 EUR/year
Student Housing
Through KOAS. Central campus location.
International Student Services
International ServicesTutor programPractical training support
Highlights
- High internationalization
- Tourism programs
- Good employment rates
- Practical focus
English-Taught Programs in Jyväskylä
| Institution | Bachelor's | Master's | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Jyvaskyla | 2 | 20 | 15 |
| JAMK University of Applied Sciences | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Total | 8 | 23 | 15 |
Student Life in Jyväskylä
- 1Active sports culture with excellent facilities
- 2Beautiful lake environment for outdoor activities
- 3Vibrant student community with many events
- 4Compact city easy to navigate by bike
Student Housing Tips
- Kortepohja student village is very affordable
- KOAS has good availability and short wait times
- City is compact - most areas are bike-accessible
- Student housing costs typically 200-350 EUR/month