Rovaniemi campus

Rovaniemi is the regional center of Lapland. It is a forward-looking, rapidly developing, bold, and creative city. In Rovaniemi, nature is always close by, and there is a vibrant international atmosphere.

Campus opening hours

The campus main doors are open Monday to Thursday from 7:30 am to 8:00 pm and on Fridays from 7:30 am to 4 pm. The campus is closed on weekends and public holidays. In addition, holiday periods (summer and Christmas) may affect the opening hours; these will be announced separately.

In Rovaniemi, the access control card is used to enter the study areas assigned by the teacher during campus opening hours.

In Rovaniemi, the library is on the premises of the University of Lapland and is available during opening hours and at other times upon request.

Students apply for a personal access control badge or access control card via Tuudo (People and Services | Access Control Badge). The student agrees to comply with the rules of use provided and is responsible for the secure storage of the badge/card.

Contact information, opening hours and luch menu: Ravintola Tekuila ja Cafe

Realestate Service Advisors Esa Laukkanen, Jarmo Vaarala ja Seppo Nätynki serve Rovaniemi campus.

Contact preferably by e-mail:
kampuspalvelut.rovaniemi@lapinamk.fi
Phone number during office hours 040 772 2935

You can report non-urgent fault notifications and cleaning notifications/needs directly to Property Maintenance and Cleaning by using this service request. For urgent fault reports, please call.

Cleaning:  SOL Palvelut Oy
0400 878 4914 , sari.harju@sol.fi
0400 585 872, minna.paakki@sol.fi

Property and outdoor maintenance: Caverion
0800 157 777
kiinteistohelp@caverion.com

Security: Lapsec Oy
010 3205 830
info@lapsec.fi

Parking

The parking areas of Lapland UAS are marked with P-signs and parking is free of charge in the guest spaces. Parking is permitted in the parking bays from 16 April to 31 October without electricity access.

Accessible parking spaces are marked with the international ISA wheelchair symbol.

Note! Parking is prohibited on the emergency road around the building, on grassed areas and in a way that is obstructive to others.

Rental of a heating pitch

A parking permit for the heating pitch can be rented from the service adviser. The parking permit entitles you to park in the on-campus temperature parking lot during the winter season from November 1 to April 15 and must be displayed near the windshield. It is possible to park in the heating pitches outside the heating season (no right to use electricity).
Daytime rental of a heating pitch is not possible.

The charging station for electric cars

There is an electric car charging station near the A-door . Electric cars cannot be charged at the heating points.

Bicycles

Bicycle racks with frame locks are available near the entrances. Storage of bicycles/carts indoors is prohibited.

Batteries for electric bikes/scooters, etc. must not be charged on campus or with electricity. Charging batteries on the premises poses a safety risk. Batteries may be stored on the premises, but not charged.

Rovaniemi – a student city under the Northern Lights

Rovaniemi is a lively and community-oriented student city where the peace of northern nature meets an active student life. More than 11,000 higher education students study in the city. Rovaniemi is known for its international atmosphere.

  • Nature close by – outdoor trails, ski tracks, and the Northern Lights are part of everyday life.
  • Close-knit community – students experience a strong sense of togetherness and a friendly small-town spirit.
  • Versatile leisure time – culture, sports, events, and nightlife.
  • Good services – student discounts, free sports services, and wellbeing services.
  • Easy accessibility – by train, plane, or bus.

The student union ROTKO and numerous student associations organize events and activities and support students in their daily lives. In Rovaniemi, student life is not just about studying – it’s about experiences, friendships, and finding your own path.

Welcome to study and live in Rovaniemi – here you study with heart and live life to the fullest!

Rovaniemi – an Arctic student city full of energy

Rovaniemi is the regional capital of Finnish Lapland — a dynamic Arctic city where international influences, student culture, and northern nature come together. With more than 11,000 higher education students, Rovaniemi has a youthful pulse and an active academic atmosphere.

The Kemijoki runs through the city, connecting urban life with the surrounding wilderness. Within minutes, you can move from a lecture hall to forest trails, riverside paths, or ski tracks.

Culture and events year-round

As the regional center of Lapland, Rovaniemi offers a wide cultural scene. Institutions such as Arktikum, Rovaniemi Theatre, and the Pilke Science Centre provide exhibitions, performances, and events throughout the year. Festivals, student parties, and networking events keep the city lively in every season.

Student unions and organizations organize events ranging from academic networking to themed parties and outdoor adventures. Because of the city’s size and student population, it’s easy to find communities based on your interests — whether in sports, culture, entrepreneurship, or international activities.

University sports services offer diverse group exercise classes, gym training, and outdoor activities — free of charge or at student-friendly prices. Here, student life can be as energetic and social as you choose.

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Transport Connections

  • In this compact city, distances are easily covered on foot or by bike.
  • Local buses take students to different parts of the city at student rates.
  • Train connections provide easy access both south and north – you can travel from Helsinki to Rovaniemi by overnight train.

Explore the city and watch Ode to Rovaniemi! (Video: City of Rovaniemi)

Last Updated: 16.2.2026