Erasmus Experience in Helsinki, Finland by Jana

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

10 months/365 per month

What is the student lifestyle like in Helsinki?

awesome foreigners student life

Would you recommend the city and the University of Helsinki to other students?

yes, definitely

What is the food like?

nothing special

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Helsinki?

I lived in student dormitories

How much does it cost to live in Helsinki?

a lot :)
370 per month for accomodation

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

finish language is horribly difficult. Do not try to learn it

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Helsinki from your city?

plane

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Helsinki?

no

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Helsinki in the future?

best year of my life