Start your exchange journey at the University of Lapland!

STUDY ABOVE ORDINARY

So, you want to come to the University of Lapland for your exchange studies? Good choice! Finnish Lapland is a safe, clean and exciting place to study.
With main campus located in Rovaniemi, at the Arctic Circle, Lapland is international and multidisciplinary. It is far – on top of the world. University of Lapland is the northernmost science and art university in Finland and in the European Union. That is why we have good connections by land, air, sea and yes, even WiFi.

A sense of community is also very important to people here in the far north. The campus in Rovaniemi, is a close-knit multicultural community that offers students a lively and modern learning environment. Every 5th student on campus is international. Yes, it’s cold, but the people here are warm. You’ll make it!

Read up on all the information when your plan for, apply to and start your exchange journey with us.


Plan, Apply & Start your exchange!

Plan your exchange studies at ULapland.

Take a look at our eligibility criteria, studies and other important information before you apply

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Apply for exchange studies to ULapland

Ready to apply for a semester or year at the University of Lapland? Check out what to do, step by step!

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Start your exchange studies at ULapland

Congratulations on getting accepted as an exchange student! Read here more about your arrival, the orientation and other practical information you need at the start of your studies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got more questions? Check the Frequently Asked Questions. Here we collected the most asked questions by those who came before you.

As a student at ULapland you are much more than just a ‘student number’. Never before did I enjoy my studies so much, teachers encouraged us to actively participate and made it clear that everyone’s input is valued and appreciated.

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Information for partner universities

Exchange studies

The incoming team welcomes you!

Jani Suokanerva

Coordinator

Teaching and Learning Services

Contact person for:
Exchanges at the faculties of Law and Education
Staff mobilities
Agreements

Tijl Van Daal

Coordinator

Teaching and Learning Services

Contact person for:
Exchanges at the faculties of Art and Design and Social Sciences
Short (Blended) mobilities
Peer support


Last updated: 4.7.2025