How To Apply 📝

Exchange students can apply for housing by filling out an open application at www.psoas.fi/en/housing-application and participating in the Homerun event. Check how it’s done from this cool video we made.

Housing Arrangements 🏠

The University of Oulu and Oulu University of Applied Sciences (OAMK) collaborate with PSOAS to provide housing for international exchange students. PSOAS leases apartments to exchange students on behalf of the universities, as per their agreement. These apartments are exclusively for exchange students of the University of Oulu and OAMK. The apartments are furnished with basic furniture consisting of a bed, table, chair and lamp. Bedclothes, quilt and pillow are provided by PSOAS.

Booking Process ⏳

Fall Semester

The Homerun event for fall semester takes place on the PSOAS website in June. Dates and instructions are sent to all applicants before the booking period.

During the Homerun event, applicants can choose and book their preferred apartment online. Once your reservation is confirmed, you will receive instructions via email regarding the deposit payment and lease signing process.

Spring Semester

The Homerun event for spring semester takes place on the PSOAS website in November. Dates and instructions are sent to all applicants before the booking period.

During the Homerun event, applicants can choose and book their preferred apartment online. Once your reservation is confirmed, you will receive instructions via email regarding the deposit payment and lease signing process.

Important Considerations ⚠️

Group bookings: If you want to share an apartment with friends, book together during the Homerun event.

No changes: Apartments cannot be changed after booking.

Limited availability: PSOAS cannot guarantee apartments for all applicants if demand exceeds supply.


PSOAS offers rental apartments for students in Oulu

Learn more about the apartments and areas and fill in the application. PSOAS has shared apartments, studios and bigger apartments.

Read more about the student life at PSOAS and get to know the facts about living, applying and moving in.