601 Quincy Street
Hancock, MI 49930

Located in the Keweenaw Peninsula, Finlandia University is the only private school in Northern Michigan. This Lutheran liberal arts college offers academic programs of study leading to baccalaureate and Associate Degrees in a variety of academic programs.

The university is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran church in American (ELCA). Founded in 1896 as Suomi College, Finlandia takes pride in being the only institution of higher learning in America to be founded by Finnish immigrants.

Since its founding, Finlandia University has been committed to the mission of its forefathers: A Learning Community Dedicated to Academic Excellence, Spiritual Growth and Service.

The campus is situated on the rugged finger of land known as the "Keweenaw Peninsula" in the small city of Hancock in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Keweenaw is known for its friendly people and safe, small-town atmosphere.

Quick Facts:

Finlandia University's logo is the birch leaf, signifying a Finnish heritage and a dedication to individual growth and environmental concern.

Finlandia University's student-to-faculty ratio is about 13:1; most classes have fewer than 25 students.

More than 90% of students receive some sort of financial aid.

Finlandia University's intercollegiate athletic teams participate in the NCAA Division III.

Students can select from a wide variety of activity groups on the Finlandia University campus.

Finlandia University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association for Colleges and Schools (NCA-HLC).

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