Seinajoki Polytechnic
University of Missouri-St. Louis Exchange Program in Finland
Seinajoki Polytechnic
Finland is a high tech destination for international business students. Take your classes in English while enjoying the friendly Finnish hospitality and a nice warm sauna in your free time. |
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What is it like there?
Finland is a country of open spaces, tens of thousands of lakes, numerous
rivers, peatlands and extensive forests. Although one-third of the country
lies North of the Arctic Circle, the climate is surprisingly moderate,
thanks to the warmth-bringing Gulf Stream. Seinajoki is a moderate size
Finnish city, with a population of 31,000 in the city and 200,000 in the
region. It is well-situated for travel throughout Finland and to the rest
of Europe. English is generally understood in all parts of Finland.
Information about and pictures of the city of Seinajoki
What will I study?
The International Business program at Seinajoki Polytechnic
is conducted entirely in English. Students may take courses in a variety
of business-related subjects, including management, marketing, communication,
etc. Each fall a special international business semester is offered. This
is the recommended program for UMSL students. Read about the International Business Semester or general
business studies here. Finnish language courses are also offered.
What is the language of instruction?
English.
Where will I live?
Students will live in the Marttilan
Kortteeri, which is a student housing organisation. The student apartments
are conveniently located and well equipped. Two and three bedroom apartments
are available. All of the rooms are furnished.
When can I go?
Fall semester: International Business Program (recommended)
Winter semester: limited business courses available
The academic calendar is similar to UMSL's.
What are the eligibility requirements?
Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75, be a sophomore, junior,
or senior.
How much does it cost?
2005-2006 estimated costs for one semester (4 months) at Seinajoki Polytechnic
compared to a semester at UM-St. Louis
| Seinajoki Polytechnic | UM-St. Louis | |
| Educational Fees1 | $2,598.00 | $2,598.00 |
| Information Technology Fee | $132.00 | $132.00 |
| Student Facility, Activity, & Health Fee | $0.00 | $396.40 |
| Housing2 | $1,200.00 | $2,215.00 |
| Meals3 | $800.00 | $882.00 |
| Airfare | $1,200.00 | |
| Books | $250.00 | $300.00 |
| Miscellaneous4 | $650.00 | |
| Total Estimated Cost5 | $6,830.00 | $6,523.40 |
1 Educational fees are based on 12 credit hours. All students
pay the resident rate.
2 Housing cost based on single room.
3 UMSL cost based on Option 1 Meal Plan.
4 Includes transportation and mandatory international insurance.
5 Total
estimated cost does not include personal expenses or independent travel,
which vary widely from student to student.
How can I learn more?
Visit Seinajoki Polytechnic's
website or stop by the Study Abroad Office in 261 MSC to browse their
catalogs and brochures. You can also make an appointment to discuss this
program with a study abroad advisor; call 516-5229.