Two campuses in Kuopio and Joensuu — 17,600 degree students.
UEF (Itä-Suomen yliopisto) is a multi-disciplinary research university with campuses in Kuopio and Joensuu. It has four faculties and a strong international focus. Content on these pages is based on ISYY (the student union) and the KAMU student portal.
Applying to UEF
Programmes, tuition, scholarships, and how to apply to UEF.
Campuses
Kuopio and Joensuu — what's where, faculties, and getting around.
ISYY — Student Union
Membership, events, advocacy, and student representation.
Practical info
Housing (Elli, Kuopas), healthcare, sports (Sykettä), and well-being.
International students
Orientation, exchange, Weekly Feed newsletter, practical guide to Finland.
Services & benefits
Frank student card, student dining, clubs, Coffee & Friends, survival package.
Step-by-step procedures
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Information is based on student guides shared by CISSI and other organisations. Always double-check current details on the University of Helsinki and authority websites.