Housing
Helsinki is a big student city and finding accommodation can be a challenge.
That’s why we at the University of Helsinki and the Student Union (HYY) compiled a Housing Guide with useful hints and the most important sources of information for house hunters.
Notice from HOAS about applying for student housing (pdf)
The Facebook community for new international students at the University of Helsinki
The ultimate survival guide for new students 
Helsinki Summer School is a three-week academic event organised every August