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Higher EducationMichigan, United States51-200 Employees
Finlandia University is a mid-sized higher education institution based in Hancock, Michigan. It traces its origins to 1896 when it was founded as Suomi College by Finnish immigrants, drawing on a heritage rooted in the Finnish concept of sisu—persistence and determination. As part of the higher education sector, it provides educational services to students and the broader community from its campus in Hancock. The university maintains an online presence at finlandia.edu. A May 2026 report indicates that Finlandia University in Hancock was listed among small private Michigan colleges reported to have closed or significantly scaled back operations. The Finlandia Foundation National Inc. has undertaken asset acquisitions and preservation efforts tied to Hancock's Finnish heritage centers, noting it operates independently of the university.