There are many options for housing in Jyväskylä. For exchange students who study at JAMK a full semester or two, the most economical option is KOAS student housing.
Housing options for much shorter periods than a full semester and more central locations are listed at the end of this page.
Accommodation at KOAS
A certain quota of accommodation from student housing KOAS (Central Finland Student Housing Foundation) is reserved for JAMK's exchange students. You may apply for this affordable accommodation at KOAS, but unfortunately it cannot be guaranteed for everyone. The housing is basic, but relatively inexpensive compared to the private market. The rent includes electricity, water and laundry. Normally students have their own room and share a kitchen and bathroom with other tenants. KOAS accepts applications from incoming exchange students only after the students have received the official acceptance from JAMK. Therefore, please do not apply in advance.
Note that the apartment/room at KOAS has to be rented for the whole semester/academic year. This means from the beginning of August/January until the end of December/May. The rent is always paid for the whole month according to the tenant's agreement between KOAS and the student. Thus, moving in later or moving out before the end of the lease does not exempt you from paying full rent. Please note that JAMK is not a third party in the agreement.
In the following map you can check some of the KOAS locations, JAMK campuses, travel center and other offices:
Map on JAMK Campuses, KOAS accommodation, Travel Center