1. http://www.isep.org/students/Directory/member_site.asp?CSID =75&ID=181 http://www.Helsinki.fi/exchange/studies/in dex.html

2. University of Helsinki Helsinki, Finland

3. Finland Population 5.3 million! Convenient located for weekend trips to other countries! Around 25% of Finland lies in the arctic circle Has over 180,000 lakes! During June and July the sun shines all day in the north

4. Helsinki Capital of Finland! Located on Bay of Finland Founded in 1550 Boasts one of the greenest metropolitan cityscapes in the world! Often called the city of culture

5. Helsinki Strong nightlife with many clubs and a wide array of band scenes! Has a strong outdoor scene with many opportunities to hike, swim, boat, cycle and ski. Nuuksio National Park is 30mintues away from city! Features an amusement park, zoo, museums and a seaside fortress for weekend exploration

6. Getting Around Helsinki is very pedestrian friendly City also has extensive public transportation Has a bicycle pathway throughout mot of the city Has a railway system that connects Finland to other European countries including Russia Helsinki's major airport is located 20km north of they city center and has buses that can take you there Port of Helsinki also offers passengers trips to German, Sweden and Estonia among others

7. Quick Facts Water is safe to drink throughout the country Weather temperatures vary by season from below 32 °F in winter to over 86 ° F in summer. You will need a Visa permit Check with your health care provider for any vaccinations you might need. If driving, you must have headlights on! There are no public payphones

8. What to Pack Bring warm, rain-proof, wind-proof outdoor clothing and lighter clothing for warmer months Bring at least one pair of comfortable walking shoes Rain repellant shoes for the winter months Don’t forget your Health Insurance Card! Appliance converter

9. University of Helsinki Founded in Turku in 1640 and moved to Helsinki in 1827 Multidisciplinary research university Ranks in the 10-15 top research universities worldwide Researchers and teachers: 4,000 Student Population: 37,000

10. University of Helsinki Four Campuses including City Centre Campus for Human Sciences Kumpula Science Campus Meilahti Campus for Medicine Viikki Campus for Life Scinces Twelve different faculties including law, agriculture & forestry, veterinary medicine and arts Offers courses taught in Finnish, Swedish and English

11. Application Requirements Online Application Statement of Purpose Learning Agreement Official Transcripts Language Certificate (if needed) Motivational Letter Copy of first page of passport (optional)

12. Academics Exchange students expected to complete 30 credits a semester Grading Scale is 0-5 with 0 as failing and 5 as excellent Courses are selected before arrival and are noted in the learning agreement Can be subject to change There is a link to courses taught in English http://www.helsinki.fi/engli sh/courses/ http://www.helsinki.fi/engli sh/courses/ Some courses may allow outside work if not taught in English Most exams offer option of English

13. Programs at University of Helsinki MAUI Mid-American Universities international Two students per year or four students for semesters All areas open for study! English as native language or TOEFL scores ISEP International Student Exchange Program Offer full year or semesters Chance of placement is fair Junior-level or equivalent coursework must be completed in major field Some courses require proficiency in Finnish or Swedish and previous coursework

14. MAUI Study Must be nominated by Study Abroad Coordinator! Application Deadlines: Fall Semester: May Spring Semester: November of previous year Academic year runs August through July Fall Semester: Sept. 1 st – Dec. 20 th Spring Semester: Jan. 1 st – May 31 st

15. MAUI Students Student Employment International students can work up to 25 hours a week. Few jobs are available Most require fluent Finish or Swedish Housing Application included in the Helsinki online Exchange application Student Dorms: Flat w/3-8 rooms and shared kitchen and bath Student Residence Halls: One-room studio w/kitchen and bath

16. Estimated Costs Cost Per Month: 650-900 Euros or $865 - 1,200 Housing: 250-500 Euro/ month or $330 – 665 There is a 500 Euro housing deposit that is refundable Passport and Visa fees (vary) Clothing, Personal Expenses (vary) Residence Permit and insurance fees

17. ISEP Study Deadline: Fall Semester or Full Year – February 1 st Spring Semester – September 1 st Minimum GPA of 2.75 Completed at least one academic year of university coursework Complete ISEP application as well as University of Helsinki application

18. Costs of ISEP Study A program fee determined by and paid to your home institution A placement fee charged by ISEP Health insurance Travel, passport and visa fees Books and pocket money Fees of optional study tours

19. ISEP Student Benefits Receive a stipend for three daily meals Accommodation for the entire exchange period including breaks Guaranteed enrollment on a full-time basis Orientation Program Membership in the Student Union Provides reduced costs for meals, reduced fees on trains and subsidized care at the Student Health Service Student Services

20. Contact Information MAUI Utrechit Network Markus Laitinen Head of International Affairs POB 33 (Yliopistonkatu 4) Fin-00014 University of Helsinkitel. +358-9-191 22605 fax. +358- 9-191 23077 e-mail: markus.laitinen@helsinki.fi For ISEP contact your universities Study Abroad Coordinator! Also check out the ISEP website for more application information.

21. Helpful Websites! Univeristy of Helsinki Exchange Programs http://www.Helsinki.fi/exchange/studies/index.html MAUI – University of Helsinki http://www.umsl.edu/services/abroad/universities/helsinki.html http://www.umsl.edu/services/abroad/universities/helsinki.html ISEP – University of Helsinki http://www.isep.org/students/Directory/member_site.asp? CSID=75&ID=181 http://www.isep.org/students/Directory/member_site.asp? CSID=75&ID=181 ISEP – Finland Information http://www.isepfinland.fi/universi/helsinki.html City of Helsinki http://www.hel.fi/hki/Helsinki/en/Etusivu