University of Lapland

Located in Rovaniemi, FI

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University of Lapland operates from Rovaniemi, Finland. It is especially strong in social sciences and tourism, while still offering a broad range of programmes. Its student experience is shaped by an international atmosphere, with partnerships and mobility across many countries. For many students, a major draw is the international environment created through cross-border partnerships and exchange.

Rankings: #16 (National rank)▼
National rank
Ranked #16 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗
National rank
Ranked #16 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗
World rank
Ranked #1922 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗
World rank
Ranked #1922 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗
Incoming Erasmus: 224+ Students/Year
Semester Dates: View Calendar▼
Autumn Term
14 Sept - 5 Feb
Spring Term
15 Feb - 2 Jul
Drinks: Pint 🍺: €6.2Wine 🍷: €7.5
Tuition (EU / Non-EU) (EST.): 1150 € / 8217 €
Monthly Rent (Est.): 375 €
On-Campus Housing: ❌ None
Erasmus student network: ✅ Active
Affordability Score: 7/10
Total Students: 4,800
English Programs: ✅ Courses AvailableOfficial Catalogue ↗
Official Portal: Visit University Site ↗

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4.9

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3.5

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