About Finlandia University

Founded in 1896, Finlandia University. is a college. Located in Michigan, which is a city setting in Michigan, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 507 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Finlandia University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 9:1. There are 33 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Finlandia University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate46%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range690-980
ACT Range16-21

Admissions at are considered More Selective, with ,2% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 7 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Finlandia University.

20%
“We”re apathetic”
60%
“We know about current events and vote”
20%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
50%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
0%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
33%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
67%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
17%
“We bought the gear”
83%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
17%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
50%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
33%
“We”re a very artistic group”
17%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
33%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
50%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
50%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
17%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
33%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
17%
“We only party on weekends”
33%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
17%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
33%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
20%
“We”re apathetic”
60%
“We know about current events and vote”
20%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
50%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
0%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
33%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
67%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
17%
“We bought the gear”
83%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
17%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
50%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
33%
“We”re a very artistic group”
17%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
33%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
50%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
50%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
17%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
33%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
17%
“We only party on weekends”
33%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
17%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
33%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    8 Students rated on-campus housing 3.1 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    9 Students rated off-campus housing 3.2 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    10 Students rated campus food 3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    12 Students rated campus facilities 3.5 stars. 8 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    12 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    12 Students rated school activities 3.5 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    12 Students rated local services 3.7 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    12 Students rated academics 3.6 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.

Finlandia University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Finlandia University?

7 Students rated Finlandia University

Samonshva - 01/13/2020

My overall opinion of Finlandia University is a great place for your child to go to college. For it being my freshman year there I can say that I like it here already. They do need a little more activities but the sports are fun to go to because there are so many people coming up with chanting things to the other team to get them upset. And there is so many help that your child can get if they are having trouble and the teachers are always available.

Robert - 04/18/2018

Finlandia is the perfect get away from home its shows character and gives people opportunity to be their selves. We are a family that loves to go to events and have fun with one another. the classes are even better especially when we are on top and enjoying the class. The food around the campus is great and the stores around campus is great also. Finlandia has a great environment which it is easy to get along with other in the school community.

Kylie - 11/16/2017

Finlandia University has many great qualities. The class sizes, availability of professors and advisors, classroom and outside of the classroom activities, smaller campus, etc. is what drew me to this university. Due to the smaller class sizes, one-on-one learning between student and professors is more prominent at this school.

Denia - 08/17/2017

It is a great school academically but the area does not have a whole lot of places as a college student you can go unless you like to party on the weekends. Sports at Finlandia are great, even though not all teams are good. I wish they had more places where students can work and ear more pay. Also the cafeteria should be open 4 times a day and there should be more food options.

Finlandia University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Finlandia University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Finlandia University is 46%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    College is full of new experiences. There are lessons inside the classroom and out. If I could go back and give myself advice I would tell myself that every assignment and project is something you can learn from. I think many times as a freshmen in college, students think that their work does not matter. This could not be further from the truth. Even if your classes do not directly pertain to your major you can still learn from them! In order to get the most out of classes you should go in with an open mind and an eager spirit. Do not wait until your senior year to start learning from your professors! I would also stress that you should always push yourself to get out there and live every experience. Joining clubs is a great way of making friends and getting you out of your comfort zone. It?s easy to get rapped up in just going to class and doing homework. College is full of new people and new experiences. Going to class is only half of what school has to offer. It's very important to enrich your life with others who are different from yourself.

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  3. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Finlandia University is the only private University in the upper peninsula of Michigan. It is known for it's Art and Design program.

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  4. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    This school is a small, private university which provides a tight-knit community in a small town in Michigan's beautiful Keweenaw Peninsula.

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  5. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are usually funny, friendly, and helpful but overall they are all very diverse; basically when it comes down to it, they are mostly typical college students.

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  6. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Finlandia University is a small, private college. The small class size allows you to have a personal relationship with your professors and the classroom environment is comfortable.

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  7. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about my school right now is the fact that they are raising the price of tuition, lowering the amount of financial aid, and dropping a lot of classes. This is largely due to budget cuts but it makes it difficult to get classes and finish on time.

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  8. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I am most proud of my school for providing so many oppertunities for its art students. I am only a freshman and I have already participated in a traveling exhibition, worked in a gallery, and met many working artists. In my sophomore year I will be given my own studio space which is very exciting. Finlandia's class sizes are very small which gives the classroom a personal feel and allows the professors to teach their students more efficiently. My school also provides many scholarship oppertunites which is essential to a private school.

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  9. What's unique about your campus?

    I love the small classes and the availability of the professors. The professors are always there to help whenever needed.

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  10. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    Before I came to this school, I wish that I would have known how important it was to apply for as many scholarships as possible. I did get several scholarships, but the cost of my tuition was not covered, so I wish I would have applied for more or tried to get more financial aid. I also wish I would have saved up more money the summer before I started college, or that I would have worked more hours at my job.

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  11. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    The kind of person that should not attend is someone looking for a lot of activities on the weekend.

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Student Body

Students

51%

female

49%

male

507

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

39%

Out-Of-State

56%

In-State

5%

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

30%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
10%
% Hispanic/Latino
6%
% White or Caucasian
63%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Finlandia University receive some sort of financial aid. 64% were awarded federal grants. While 80% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$22,753

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,500

Books and Supplies

$8,800

Room and Board

33,053

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$21,886
$30 - $48K
$23,157
$48 - $75K
$23,889
$75 - $110K
$24,080
$110K & UP
$25,657

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