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Hanken students are doing well and making good progress in their studies

Studenter 2026
In April 2026, a wellbeing survey was conducted among all degree students at Hanken School of Economics. The results show that most Hanken students are doing well and that their studies are progressing according to plan.

The survey investigated, for example, how students perceive their stress levels and whether they feel they have sufficient social interaction or experience loneliness.

The results indicate very positive outcomes in terms of students’ overall satisfaction with life and their academic progress. Most respondents also feel that they have sufficient social interaction. However, compared with last year, there is a slight increase in perceived stress, particularly among doctoral researchers. Overall, the differences compared to last year’s results are, however, relatively small.

“It is encouraging to see that the majority of our students continue to do well and thrive, even though we note a slight increase in stress. That is why we are pleased that we have once again been able to offer a wide range of wellbeing services for those in need of support,” says Mika Gabrielsson, dean of education.
You can find the results of the wellbeing survey here:

Hanken offers study counselling, the possibility to book an appointment with a study coach, guidance on exchange studies, career services, a study psychologist and a study priest to support students' well-being. Psychotherapy counselling is also available.

According to Lilian Langenskiöld, social affairs and sustainability representative on the student union board, the student union is pleased to see that Hanken students are doing well. At the same time, the union is concerned about the growing sense of pressure and stress that many students experience in their daily lives and studies.

“The student union actively works to highlight how we can support students and which services are available to them. We also offer a wide range of events aimed at giving students opportunities to unwind from their studies and socialise with other students. It is therefore encouraging to see that our members feel they have sufficient social interaction,” she summarises. 

More information and contact details for the various student well-being services can be found on the Study Services page.Since 2018, there is a well-being working group to coordinate work on student well-being and welfare.   

Since 2020, Hanken has monitored student wellbeing through a short SMS-based survey conducted by Annie Advisor. This time, a total of 562 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral students responded to the survey (response rate: 22.5%).