Finlandia University
Finlandia University was a private Lutheran university in Hancock, Michigan. It was the only private university in the Upper Peninsula. Founded in 1896 as The Suomi College and Theological Seminary, it was affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The university closed after the spring semester of 2023 due to enrollment and financial challenges.
Former name | The Suomi College and Theological Seminary (1896–2000) |
|---|---|
| Motto | Dominus Illuminatio Mea |
Motto in English | The Lord is my Light |
| Type | Private |
| Active | September 8, 1896–May 7, 2023 |
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission |
Religious affiliation | Evangelical Lutheran Church |
| Endowment | US$5,786,875 (2020) |
| Budget | US$13,106,234 (2020) |
| President | Timothy Pinnow |
| Students | 430 (fall 2021) |
| Address | 601 Quincy St. , , 49930 , U.S. 47.1276°N 88.5894°W |
| Campus | Rural, 24 acres (9.7 ha) |
| Avg. class size | 11 |
| Colors | Blue, gray and white |
| Nickname | Lions |
Sporting affiliations | C2C Conference (NCAA D-III) |
| Mascot | Riku F. Lion |
| Website | www |
Location in Michigan Finlandia University (the United States) | |
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