Aalto University vs Tampere University of Applied Sciences - TAMK vs South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences - XAMK vs Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences vs Metropolia University of Applied Sciences

Side-by-side comparison from 80 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences - XAMK (4.90)
Aalto University: wins 0/6 categories
Tampere University of Applied Sciences - TAMK: wins 0/6 categories
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences - XAMK: wins 4/6 categories
Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/6 categories
Metropolia University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/6 categories
JAMK University of Applied Sciences: wins 2/6 categories
University of Jyvaskyla - JYU: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Espoo, Finland
4.70
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37 reviews
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Best programme: Computer Engineering
Best programme: Bachelor of Nursing
Best programme: BHC in Nursing
Best programme: Business Administration in Management
Best programme: Business Information Technology
Jyväskylä, Finland
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.41
3.50
4.79
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4.38
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4.00
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Location
4.08
4.33
4.50
4.86
Not rated
5.00
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Professors
4.14
4.17
4.92
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3.63
Not rated
4.00
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Internationality
4.35
4.33
4.75
4.75
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3.00
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Student life
4.32
4.17
4.54
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3.86
Not rated
3.00
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Value
4.38
3.67
4.75
4.13
Not rated
5.00
Win
Not rated
Accommodation
4.26
4.00
4.42
Win
3.88
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Interdisciplinary studies and cross-major flexibility
  • +Independent learning and hands-on, practical experiences
  • +Strong community support and active student life
  • +Strong sense of community and support
  • +Excellent teaching and learning atmosphere
  • +Welcoming international environment and good facilities
  • +Passionate, supportive, and communicative educators
  • +Practical, career-focused programmes and real-world connections
  • +International atmosphere and flexible learning paths
  • +Supportive environment and approachable staff
  • +Practical, business-focused curriculum with real-world application
  • +International community and diverse learning experiences

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  • +High quality of education and supportive teachers
  • +Excellent teaching that maximizes student learning

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Cons
  • -Lack of responsiveness and clarity from administration.
  • -Outdated and poorly maintained facilities.
  • -Insufficient academic support and resources.
  • -Administrative and management issues frustrate students.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a common complaint.
  • -Lack of resources and limited course offerings disappoint students.
  • -Inefficient administrative processes cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and transparency from staff creates confusion.
  • -Inefficient administrative processes and unresponsive management create significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and inadequate resources hinder learning and comfort.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from faculty and staff leads to confusion and dissatisfaction.

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  • -Students dislike administrative and management issues.
  • -Students find the facilities to be outdated.
  • -Students express dissatisfaction with the curriculum and teaching quality.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution exhibits a strong overall performance, particularly excelling in its **Facilities**, which received the highest rating. **Student Life** and **Internationality** also scored very well. The **Location** emerged as the area with the lowest rating, though it still falls within a generally positive range. The university demonstrates a commendable balance across its assessed aspects.

The university scores well across multiple aspects, with **Location** and **Internationality** standing out as particularly strong areas, both receiving a rating of 4.33. **Professors** and **Student Life** are also rated highly at 4.17. The **Facilities** represent the weakest area, with a rating of 3.5, followed by **Value** at 3.67. **Accomodation** is rated a solid 4.

This institution earns exceptionally high marks, particularly in the **professors** category with a near-perfect score. **Facilities** and **internationality** also stand out with strong ratings. Areas receiving slightly lower, though still positive, scores include **student life** and **accommodation**. Overall, the university demonstrates a well-rounded positive profile.

Exceptional marks are awarded for its **location** (4.86) and **internationality** (4.75), showcasing significant strengths. **Facilities** also score highly at 4.38. Conversely, **professors** represent the weakest area with a rating of 3.63. **Student life** (3.86) and **accommodation** (3.88) are moderately rated, while **value** sits at a respectable 4.13.

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This institution scores exceptionally well for **Location** and **Value**, both receiving perfect marks. **Facilities** and **Professors** also demonstrate considerable strengths with ratings of 4. However, the **Accomodation** category presents a significant weakness, earning a score of 0. **Student Life** and **Internationality** are moderately rated at 3.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

The university receives overwhelmingly positive feedback (~100% of reviews) with an average rating of 4.44/5. Recurring themes highlight the value of interdisciplinary studies, independent learning, and strong community support.

Reviews indicate a strong sense of community and helpful staff, with ~74% of feedback being positive. Some suggestions for improvement include better funding for facilities and further development of international programs.

All 26 reviews are positive, averaging 4.88/5. Students praise practical, student-centered education, supportive teachers, and innovation. A minor concern was difficulty securing clinical practice due to language skills.

With a 4.22/5 average, ~88% of reviews are positive, praising supportive staff, international programs, and practical business learning. Some students desire more social and extracurricular activities. No negative feedback was recorded.

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With an average rating of 4/5 based on one review, the feedback indicates a highly positive student experience. Students praise the good quality of education and helpful faculty. Negative feedback is negligible.

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Rating distribution
5★
57%
29%
88%
44%
0%
0%
0%
4★
38%
14%
12%
33%
0%
100%
0%
3★
11%
57%
0%
22%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Great combinations of business and tech

I graduated from Aalto University's School of Business, majoring in Marketing, and I'd genuinely recommend it. What made the biggest difference for me, though, was the freedom to take courses outside my own major. I ended up mixing in some technology and design courses with my marketing courses, and that has turned out to be one of the most useful parts of my degree.

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My experience studying nursing at Xamk.

Studying nursing at Xamk has been a practical and rewarding experience to me regardless of my previous background in-terms of profession. The programme strongly focuses on hands-on skills, simulation training, and clinical placements, which has helped me connect theory directly to real nursing practice. The teachers are supportive and approachable, and the learning environment encourages growth both professionally and personally, being able to also learn a new language (Finnish) within a short period of time with the help of Xamk has been a great milestone to me. Overall, Xamk has prepared me well for working life in healthcare.

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