Finland

From the urban center of Helsinki, to the quiet natural beauty of Finland’s national parks, travel with us to this amazing Scandinavian country and discover the cultural, historical, and social influences that contribute to the Finns being ranked as the happiest people in the world. In collaboration with our partner institution, Laurea University, we will explore the delivery of interprofessional health care in a global context. We will also compare and contrast the helping professions in Finland and the United States. Balancing between individual and group experiences, lessons and workshops, we will engage in purposeful dialogue about cultural and organizational differences. 

Program Details

Program Dates

This program will run in Summer A from May 18 through June 2, 2026.

Program Itinerary

The itinerary is still to be determined for 2026. 

Accommodations

Students will stay in small apartments in a suburb of Helsinki for the entirety of the program.

Program Costs & Funding

Program Fee: $3,650 before funding

Funding Sources:

For SPARK eligible students, you will receive the $1,500 SPARK Grant from the Center for Life's Work. Your final out-of-pocket cost will be $2,150.

For non-SPARK eligible undergraduate students and graduate students, you will receive $400 in funding from the Center for International Education. Your final out-of-pocket cost will be $3,250.

Program Fee Includes:

  • Round trip airfare
  • All accommodations
  • All activities, entry fees, tours, etc. listed in the itinerary
  • All in-country transportation
  • All meals part of the itinerary
  • Transportation to and from the Rochester airport
  • International travel and medical insurance

Not Included:

  • Passport (must be valid at least 6 months past the return date of the program). 
  • Additional meals (meals not in the itinerary)
  • Miscellaneous expenses (such as souvenirs, personal care items, etc.)
Vaccination Guidance

Visit the following sites to see the recommended immunizations and medications for your program. Talk with your family and your physician to understand which ones you may need to travel. 

CDC 

Passport Health

U.S. Department of State

Payment Timeline

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    At A Glance

    Term: Summer A 2026

    Program Level: Undergraduate and Graduate Students

    Program Types: Experiential Learning

    Major(s): Open to all students, but may be of particular interest to the following majors:

    • Nursing
    • Public Health
    • Social Work

    Language Requirement: None

    Minimum GPA Requirement: 2.5