Drone view of Houghton, Hancock, and Portage Lift Bridge.

Assistance to Finlandia Students

During this time of uncertainty, Michigan Tech is committed to supporting Finlandia students.

While choosing a new institution may be a daunting task, Michigan Tech's faculty and staff are dedicated to helping you achieve your academic goals. We will work with you to ensure a smooth transition to our institution.

Teach-Out and Transfer Information and Resources

Students from Finlandia have two options when considering continuing your education at Michigan Tech:

  1. Transfer (59 or fewer credits)
    1. Apply as a transfer student
    2. Tech's regular transfer admission process will take place but will be expedited for your benefit
    3. Financial aid will be available and each student will be considered on a case-by-case basis
    4. Students may transfer into Michigan Tech at any time
  2. Teach-Out (60 or more credits for Bachelor's students, and 30 or more for Associates)
    1. Contact Katarina (Kat) Hanson: Finlandia Student Transfer/Teach-Out Coordinator, 906-487-1692, khanson1@mtu.edu on next steps.
    2. The programs below are eligible for teach-out through Michigan Tech
    3. The latest term for students to apply to Michigan Tech as a teach-out student is Summer 2024
Degree Information
Finlandia Michigan Tech
BBA, Healthcare Management Possible path: BS, Management
BSN, Nursing X (BS, Nursing)
AAS, Physical Therapy Assistant X (AA, Humanities)
BSN, RN-BSN (Online)  
BA, Art Therapy Possible path: BS, Psychology + Art Minor
BA/BS, Biology X (BS, Biology)
BA, Criminal Justice Possible path: BS, Social Sciences: Policy, Law, Society
AAS, Criminal Justice X (AA, Humanities)
BA, English X (BA, English)
AGS, General Studies X (AA, Humanities)
BA, History X (BA, History)
BA, Liberal Studies X (BA, Liberal Arts)
BA/BS, Psychology X (BS, Psychology)
BA, Sociology X (BS, Social Sciences)
BFA, Graphic Design Possible path: BA, Communication, Culture, and Media + Art Minor
BBA, Accounting X (BS, Accounting)
BBA, International Business X (BS + Global Business minor)
BBA, Management & Entrepreneurship X (BS, Management: Entrepreneurship)
BBA, Marketing X (BS, Marketing)
BBA, Sports Management X (BS, Management or BS, Sports and Fitness Management)

Prospective First-Year, First-Time College Students

If your intentions were to start your higher education journey with Finlandia, but you are now considering Michigan Tech, we are excited to discuss this opportunity with you.  

  • Applying to Tech as a first-year, first-time college student is simple and free. 
  • As soon as your application is complete, we will process your application as expeditiously as possible for your benefit.
  • Contact Katarina (Kat) Hanson: Finlandia Student Transfer/Teach-Out Coordinator, 906-487-1692, khanson1@mtu.edu with any questions you have.
  • Plan a visit. It is the best way to understand if Michigan Tech is the right future home for you.