Discover the best housing options, read reviews from those who've already done this exchange, and connect with peers from universities worldwide!
Discover the best housing options, read reviews from those who've already done this exchange, and connect with peers from universities worldwide!
Bastien
From: Kedge Bs
To: University of Vaasa
2025 • Full year
Campus is freaking cool, cafeteria are cheap and coffee can be found free, just not so many room to study so you have to book in advance..
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
420
Where was it located?
Vaasa City Center
How can someone find this place?
https://www.migra.fi/apartments
Would you recommend it?
Yes but very simple place, not very well equiped
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Venn, Sky Bar and the little pub are the best to go out, clubbing there is the Fontana that's it
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Ethics and Strategy class were very cool and the teacher were always available for questions, project management was a nightmare
Do you have some tips?
Campus is freaking cool, cafeteria are cheap and coffee can be found free, just not so many room to study so you have to book in advance
Best trips to do?
Tampere, Helsinki Umea are very accessible city and also you can easily go to lapland
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Vaasa?
Transport are cheap and lot of thing to do related to sport but not so much else, if you want to party every nights I dont recommend
be prepared for the winter, 3 layer of clothes and everything will be fine
Lola
From: IESEG LILLE
To: UNIVERSITY OF VAASA
2025 • Fall
The VOAS Linna residence is the best option, as it brings together most exchange students. It’s important to apply early because spots fill up very…..
What kind of place was it?
Student Residence
How much was the rent per month?
300
Where was it located?
In Vaasa, 15’ from the university
How can someone find this place?
https://voas.fi/en/
Would you recommend it?
I really liked how peaceful and safe the city is, and how easy it is to get around.
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Fontana Club
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
The courses are quite easy, and the exams are either taken at home or at the university, but they are often multiple-choice tests. I took the following courses: Energy Economics and Sustainable Growth, Essentials of Digital Marketing and Online Platforms, International Business Operation Modes, International Management, Leading People, and Strategic Business Development
Do you have some tips?
Yes, the campus is really nice : modern buildings, a very clean environment and a beautiful location right by the water. It feels calm and safe. Registration was very easy.
Best trips to do?
We travelled a lot during our exchange. Thanks to ESN Vaasa (a non-profit international student organisation that arranges trips for exchange students), we were able to visit Sweden, Lapland, and the Lofoten Islands in Norway. We also travelled on our own to Denmark and Helsinki. There’s also the option to rent beautiful lakeside villas not far from Vaasa, which is perfect for weekend trips with friends.
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Vaasa?
The VOAS Linna residence is the best option, as it brings together most exchange students. It’s important to apply early because spots fill up very quickly. The electric scooter subscription is very useful and practical, especially since the student residence is a bit far from everything. The cost of living in Finland is relatively similar to France (slightly more expensive). The city is extremely safe and very calm.
Jiayang
From: KEDGE Business School
To: University of Vaasa
2025 • Spring
Yes it was nice and affordable, The facilities are complete and the environment is also very good However, it's a little bit far from city center if you don't…..
What kind of place was it?
Student Residence
How much was the rent per month?
320
Where was it located?
In Avhentie, 20min walk from school
How can someone find this place?
School guidance
Would you recommend it?
Yes it was nice and affordable, The facilities are complete and the environment is also very good However, it's a little bit far from city center if you don't have a car.
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
There are various of gatherings and a few bars in the city center
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
It depends
Do you have some tips?
personally it was cool and I would like to recommend it
Best trips to do?
There is a organization who will organize some different trips to finland, norway or Iceland
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Vaasa?
It is peaceful and chill, but there are not many shopping malls or other entertainment venues, not as bustling as big cities, and not close to Helsinki
