Finland: Centria University

Centria University of Applied Sciences is a young higher education institution with students attending from all over the world. Centria offers practically-oriented teaching methods and strong connections to the professional world. The environment as Centria is innovating, caring, and multicultural, with the campuses nestled in the natural beauty of Finland. Experience the happiest place on earth at Centria!

Check out the video "A Study Abroad Experience in the Wild North" to get an idea of what life would be like studying at Centria UAS. 

Program Details

• Students can participate in exchange for the fall semester, spring semester, or full academic year.
• Details about the Exchange Program at Centria can be found at https://net.centria.fi/en/education/incoming-exchange-students/

Courses Offered

• Business or Economics
• Chemistry
• Computer Science & Information Technology
• Music
• Free electives

For a complete list of courses available to exchange students, visit https://net.centria.fi/en/education/incoming-exchange-students/#courses

Available Terms Abroad

Eligibility

• Sophomore, junior, or senior standing while abroad. 
• Current CSUCI student in good academic standing at time of application.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above (students with below a 2.75 GPA should contact the Study Abroad Advisor at courtney.gross@csuci.edu for guidance).
• No Finnish language skills are required, although students are encouraged to take a Finnish language course abroad.

To Apply

Students must complete a CSUCI Exchange Application first. If selected as a nominee, students will then be directed to complete Centria's application.

Housing

Student accommodation is made available to all exchange students and is requested at time of host university application. Students apartments are equipped with individuals rooms and a shared kitchen and bathroom. Rent is between 200 - 300 Euro per month.

Location

Kokkola is a town of 47,000 people and is located on the beautiful coast of the Gulf of Bothnia. The Centria campus is close to the city center where students can enjoy a cozy, international atmosphere and modern facilities. When in Finland, students can easily travel throughout the country and engage in a number of activities including relaxing in a sauna, ice-fishing in the frozen sea, hiking in the pine forests, or witnessing the breathtaking Northern Lights.

Budget

View the 2021-22 Centria Program Cost Estimates Worksheet. Tuition & fees are paid direct to CSUCI. All other expenses are paid direct to the service provider.

Centria UAS has a cheaper cost of living than CSUCI. See how the cost of attendance at Konkuk compares to the cost of attendance at CSUCI.

Financial aid may be applied to study abroad including grants, loans, and scholarships. Follow up with the Financial Aid Office at CSUCI for specifics regarding your financial aid package.

Make an Appointment with an Advisor

For more information about this program or others, book a one-on-one appointment with a CSUCI Study Abroad Advisor to discuss this program.