ylioppilas

Etymology
. . Probably formed after, since originally referred to a university student (but now to someone with qualifications to become one).

Noun

 * 1) An educational qualification awarded to a person that has successfully completed the upper secondary school final exam.
 * 2) A holder of such qualification, i.e. a high school graduate who has passed . The individual is qualified to begin baccalaureate level studies at a university.

Usage notes
The Finnish students finishing the must pass a country-wide test called. While studying for this examination on the last class of high school the students are called or. After passing it they become and gain general eligibility for studying in a university. In addition, many universities and other learning institutions require passing their own and/or.