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. We will also attend the World Village Festival, a unique celebration of sustainable development through the visual and performing arts.

Program Details

Program Dates

Dates are to be determined for 2026.

Program Itinerary

The itinerary is still to be determined for 2026. 

Accommodations
Program Costs & Funding

Program costs for 2026 are to be determined.

SPARK-Eligible Students will receive the $1,500 grant from The Center for Life's Work. 

Non-SPARK-Eligible Students will be eligible to receive funding from Center for International Education

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

Application

Applications will open in the Fall 2025 semester. All students will be required to complete an online application and then schedule a brief interview. Acceptance emails will be sent out shortly after the completion of all interviews. The payment timeline will be shared with students once they are accepted into the program.

 

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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