Study in Finland · North Savo
Study in Kuopio
A health, life-sciences and research centre in the Finnish lakeland.
Kuopio at a glance
- Region
- North Savo
- Cost of living
- Low — one of the most affordable student cities on the list.
How Kuopio rates
Empire ratings, scored 1–5 where 5 is strongest — our counsellors' editorial assessment, not official data.
Kuopio Empire ratings: Technology 3 out of 5, Business 3 out of 5, Engineering 3 out of 5, Health & Life Sci. 5 out of 5, Student life 4 out of 5, Nature 5 out of 5, International 3 out of 5, Affordability 5 out of 5.Universities in Kuopio
Why study here
One of Finland's strongest health and biosciences research bases, with the university hospital, the science park and the campus in one cluster.
Employability
Concentrated demand in health, pharma and biotech; the university hospital is a major employer and placement source.
Student life
Lakeside and relaxed, with the Puijo hill and ski slopes in the city, and a well-known market-square food culture.
Nature
Surrounded by Lake Kallavesi and forest.
Getting around
Rail and coach links to Helsinki.
Industries hiring here
- Healthcare
- Life sciences
- Biotechnology
- Pharmaceuticals
- Research
- Food
- Technology
Best for
- Health and Biomedical Sciences
- Pharmacy
- Environmental Science
- Nursing
checked 24 Aug 2026
Content last reviewed 24 Aug 2026 by Sandhya T C, Country Head – Premium, Empire Overseas Education. Tuition fees, rankings, residence-permit fees and application deadlines change — always confirm the figures for your own programme and intake before you apply.