Kela news: Remember these things at the beginning of the academic year
Published: 04.09.2026
Student, remember these as the new academic year begins
The new academic year has started. Now is the time to make sure that your Kela matters are in order. Kela has compiled tips on its website for new and continuing higher education students.
The instructions include tips for example on:
- Study grant and student loan
- Income limits – keep track of your own income
- Housing: housing supplement and general housing allowance
- Healthcare fee and FSHS (Finnish Student Health Service)
- Student discounts and meal subsidy
- Studies abroad and exchange
- Changes in your situation, coping and graduation
Sent by
Metropolia Student Wellbeing Services,
Antti Äijänen