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August 8, 2016

Orientation 2016 is August 25-27

Incoming students will begin their Finlandia University careers on Thursday, August 25 during New Student Orientation 2016.

“This is going to be an amazing first couple of days on campus,” Director of Academic Success and Student Life Erin Barnett said. “Students will gain instrumental information during the days, and be introduced to much of the natural beauty Lake Superior and Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula have to offer during the evenings.”

The annual welcoming event features day-time introductory events to Finlandia University and [...]

August 5, 2016

Parent sessions scheduled for August 12 and 25

Parents of incoming Finlandia University students are invited to join staff and faculty on Friday, August 12 or Thursday August 25 for an open meeting to introduce parents to our student support staff and address parent concerns and questions.

“At Finlandia, we recognize that families play a significant and continuing role in the lives of their children,” said Erin Barnett, Director of Academic Success and Student Life. “When a student steps on Finlandia’s campus, we are making a commitment to [...]

August 3, 2016

Summer checklist for high school and college students

The following college summer checklist for high school and college students was put together by the staff at MI Student Aid. The information features some great tips for those preparing for their junior/senior year of high school through those entering their final year of college.

What’s on your bucket-list this summer?

Whether you’re planning an epic road trip, or staying at home with a summer job to earn some money, it’s important to also remember your to-do list as you [...]

July 12, 2016

Enrollment deposits now accepted on Finlandia website

Students interested in committing to Finlandia University now have another option available to make their deposit. Students can now deposit online. Credit and debit cards – including Visa, Discover, Mastercard and American Express – are now accepted at finlandia.edu/deposit.

“We’re always trying to make the admissions process as pain-free as possible,” said Marie Bonenfant, coordinator of student accounts. “Accepting deposits online should make things easier for everyone involved.”

The online deposit online payment uses a responsive design, which means it is [...]

July 6, 2016

Save $1,000 by tripling up in Finlandia Hall

Finlandia University students who will be residing in Finlandia Hall have the opportunity to save $1,000 over the year ($500 per semester) by living with three people in a room.

“You will get a discount from the university on your room charges,” Coordinator of Residential Life Leann Fogle said.

The rooms will only be tripled if all available rooms in Finlandia Hall have at least two people. As of July 1, 2016, students will be able to do this for the [...]

June 30, 2016

Finlandia’s RN-BSN program now available 100 percent online

Finlandia University’s RN-BSN Program is now approved by the Higher Learning Commission to be available as 100 percent RN-BSN online.

RN-BSN Online Perfect for Practicing Nurses

“This is a huge benefit given that most of the students who would enroll in our program are working nurses, and have to fit our program into their very busy lives,” Program Director Mark Miron said. “We’re excited about this.”

Finlandia introduced the program in the early 2010s for associate degree nurses who are looking to [...]

June 27, 2016

The Most Affordable Finlandia University

Guide for the FinnU Class of 2020

Finlandia University is committed to making a high quality, liberal arts-based, private education in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula as affordable as possible. We know the costs associated with higher education are a turn off for many students, but we also know the investment in education is a worthwhile one. It is with that in mind that we present The Most Affordable Finlandia University: An Affordability Guide for the FinnU Class of 2020.

This year’s guide includes [...]

June 16, 2016

Dostaler joins Finlandia’s admissions staff

Finlandia University is excited to welcome Kelly Dostaler to the university’s family as the new coordinator of admissions operations. Dostaler began her duties Monday, June 13. She is taking over the role previously held by Stacy Froese, who is taking over the role of accountant and accounts payable specialist in Finlandia’s business office.

“The coordinator of admissions operations position plays an integral role in working with various campus constituents and driving our overall enrollment goals,” Director of Admissions [...]

June 10, 2016

Everything you need for dorm life can be found here

Finlandia University Residential Life has partnered with College-Ave to make life easier for those living in Finlandia Hall this fall.

“Everything a student needs to comfortably and stylishly live in Finn Hall is available through College-Ave,” Coordinator of Residential Life Leann Fogle said. “Plus, it can get delivered right to the dorm so it will be ready for the student upon arrival.”

Visit finlandia.college-ave.com

What is College-Ave?

College-Ave has everything a student will need for college residence life. Moving into [...]

June 8, 2016

Finlandia named among Great Small Colleges for Book Lovers

Finlandia University has been named one of 30 Great Small Colleges for Book Lovers by About Great Books. The article was published on the organization’s website in May.

The colleges on this list were chosen for reasons including their extraordinary libraries or other resources for book lovers, their unique dedication to the “great books,” or because they are home to a highly sought-after English and literature department.

According to About Great Books, book lovers will find Finlandia’s English department a [...]

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