Study in Norway

Norway offers nationally quality-assured institutions, a transparent European degree structure, English-taught options—especially at master's level—and distinctive research and applied study environments. Compare the exact programme, language, total cost and location before deciding.

Yes. The official Study in Norway search listed 359 English-taught opportunities on 9 August 2026. Most are at master's level; English-taught bachelor's options are fewer, and the live programme page controls.

Not for everyone. Norwegian, Swiss and EU/EEA students are normally exempt at public institutions. Degree-seeking students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland normally pay programme-specific tuition unless an exemption applies.

There is no single national amount. The fee varies by institution and programme, and private institutions may use different rules. Use the exact current fee page and offer letter.

Students normally pay approximately NOK 1,000 per semester to the student welfare organisation linked to their institution. The exact amount and included services vary.

The official 2026–27 benchmark is NOK 15,488 per month. A practical website planning range is about NOK 15,500–25,500+ excluding tuition, depending mainly on housing and location.

For 2026–27 UDI publishes NOK 170,368 for the academic year, NOK 77,440 for the autumn semester or NOK 92,928 for the spring semester. Tuition funds must be covered separately when tuition applies.

Students from outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland who will study for more than three months normally apply for a study permit. Some also need an entry visa after approval. Use UDI's citizenship-specific route.

EU/EEA students staying more than three months must register. They need admission, enough funds and qualifying health coverage; registration is free.

There is no reliable single national number. UDI's live guide asks about the application type and route and gives the relevant current estimate. Apply early and do not treat an estimate as a guarantee.

UDI lists NOK 5,400 for study-permit applicants over 18 and NOK 2,700 for applicants under 18 on the research date. Service-centre or courier fees may be extra.

A qualifying study permit normally includes permission to work up to 20 hours per week during studies and full time during holidays. The actual permit conditions control.

Normally no. The study-permit limit is up to 20 hours per week during studies; full-time work is allowed during holidays when the permit conditions provide it.

No. UDI states that study-permit holders cannot be self-employed or run their own business.

Spouses, cohabitants and children can usually apply for family immigration when the relevant conditions are met, but processing may not happen at the same time as the student's case. Check UDI for the current route.

UDI states that the period on a study permit does not count if the person later applies for permanent residence.

An eligible graduate may apply before the study permit expires for a job-seeker permit lasting up to one year. Completion, funding and skilled-work-search requirements apply, and approval is not automatic.

Applicants must meet the country-specific GSU education requirement, the programme's teaching-language requirement and any subject prerequisites. Some countries require one or two years of recognised higher education after secondary school.

A recognised bachelor's comparable to 180 ECTS is normally required, including sufficient relevant subject study. Programmes may also set grade, English, work-experience and document requirements.

Most Norwegian-taught bachelor's programmes require documented Norwegian. English-taught programmes use their own English requirements. Norwegian can still be important for placements, regulated professions and employment.

Autumn, usually August, is the main start. Some programmes offer January or other starts. Deadlines vary and can be much earlier for applicants who need a study permit.

Norwegian-taught bachelor's admissions commonly use Samordna opptak. English-taught bachelor's and master's programmes are often handled directly by the institution. Follow the exact programme instructions.

There is no single Norwegian government scholarship open to all international degree students. Erasmus+, institutional, research, exchange and external awards may exist for eligible applicants.

Not nationally. Some cities or institutions offer guarantees for specified international groups who apply by a deadline, while others have limited supply. Check the local student welfare organisation.

Coverage depends on citizenship, residence basis, stay length and National Insurance eligibility. EU/EEA students should verify EHIC or private-cover rules; other students should check Helsenorge/Helfo and insure any gap.

Check the institution and category on NOKUT's current higher-education list, then check the exact programme and any professional approval. A website, logo or ranking alone is not enough.

A standard bachelor's is three years/180 ECTS, a standard master's is two years/120 ECTS, and a PhD is normally three years after a master's. Integrated and professional degrees can be longer.

It represents one full-time academic year under the European credit system used in Norway.

Climate varies widely. Coastal cities can be wet and mild, inland areas colder, and northern locations have very short winter days and very long summer days. Check the exact city and budget for suitable clothing.

No. Admission can be competitive and programme-specific, and UDI makes a separate immigration decision. No university, consultant or agent can guarantee either outcome.