TOP 10 UNIVERSITIES YOU CAN STUDY FOR FREE IN NORWAY, EUROPE IN 2022

 

TOP 10 UNIVERSITIES YOU CAN STUDY FOR FREE IN NORWAY

 


Have you ever thought of a country to study for free with no tuition fees worry no more because Norway is the right place for you. Although Norway maybe known to be one of expensive place to live in Europe but it is a place you can access quality university education without any tuition fees.

Norway: A Country in Northern Europe



Norway is one of the three Scandinavian nations, ( Denmark, Sweden, Norway ) having a population of slightly over 5 million people. It is regarded as one of the greatest places to live in the world, with one of the lowest crime rates. All the more reasons to pursue your education in Norway

The United Nations Human Development Report has frequently recognized Norway as "the best country to live in" in recent years. This annual rating is based on a combination of average levels of education and income, as well as life expectancy, human rights and cultural freedom. Norway also scores well in terms of literacy, educational attainment, and material wealth. Furthermore, Norway has one of the strongest welfare systems in the world, ensuring that those who are jobless or unable to work get assistance in order to live decent lives. Norway also boast as one in the world with the lowest crime rates

Tuition free Universities in Norway

Norway is one of the country in the world that takes higher education to an entirely new level. The majority of Norwegian public universities do not charge tuition. This is true for all foreign students, regardless of where they came from. It will be a tough probably because of the language barrier, high cost of living, temperate weather etc yet rewarding experience to study in Norway. It will lead to a good academic degree that will look great on your resume.

Below are lists of universities you can choose from depending on your choice of course and location.

1. UNIVERSITY OF OSOLO



The University of Oslo is a Norwegian public research university in Oslo. It is Norway's oldest university. It is the 58th best university in the world, and the third best in the Nordic nations, according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities. The institution was placed 63rd in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings in 2016, making it the highest ranked Norwegian university.

There is no tuition at the University of Oslo, save for a nominal semester fee of NOK 860 (USD $100) known as student union fee. Because foreign students are not charged tuition, you will be responsible for covering your own living expenses while in Norway. If you truly cannot afford to foot your bills, you can work 20 hours per week during the academic year and 40 hours per week over the summer. You must be enrolled as a full-time student at the University of Oslo to engage in work-study programs. For details about the English courses offered in the University of Osolo you can visit the university official website HERE

 

2. UNIVERSITY OF BERGEN



The University of Bergen is a research-intensive state university located in Bergen, Norway, the second biggest city in Norway. The students appreciate that they can have a taste of city life with plenty of cultural events while also taking advantage of Bergen's distinctive outdoor adventure options.

Financing

The University of Bergen provides a high-quality, tuition-free education to students from all over the world. While the high quality of life in Norway is accompanied with a higher cost of living, the expense of living in Bergen is compensated by benefits such as free education, excellent health care, and easy access to nature. They offer over 25 two-year master's programs in English in the departments of humanities and aesthetic studies, medicine, natural sciences and technical topics, social sciences and psychology, fine art, music, and design. For details visit the school official website.

 

3. UNIVERSITY OF STAVANGER

The University of Stavanger is a Norwegian university in Stavanger.  UiS was established when the old Stavanger University College was granted university status in 2005. In 2017, it had around 11,000 students and 1,370 workers, which included academics, administrative, and service personnel. The University of Stavanger is located in the most beautiful part of the nation, with a population of over 300,000. They have an open and creative atmosphere for education, research, innovation, dissemination, and museum activities 

The University of Stavanger is a public institution with no tuition fees. For details about courses of in the school visit the school website.

 

4. NORWEGIAN UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is a public research university in Norway with campuses in Trondheim, Gjvik, and Lesund. NTNU is Norway's largest university, with over 8,000 personnel and over 40,000 students.

NTNU has a strong focus on science and technology, as well as a diverse range of professional study programs and a broad academic scope that includes the humanities, social sciences, economics, medicine, health sciences, educational science, architecture, entrepreneurship, and artistic disciplines and activities.

    Financing

NTNU does not charge tuitionn. However, students must pay for their own living expenses. Furthermore, in order to be granted a student visa, all foreign students who are not nationals of EU/EEA/EFTA nations must have sufficient funds to live in Norway.

 

5. UNIVERSITY OF TROM – The Arctic University of Norway.



The Arctic University of Norway, often known as the University of Troms, is Norway's state university and the world's northernmost university. It was founded by an act of parliament in 1968 and inaugurated in 1972 in the Norwegian city of Troms. It is one of Norway's 10 universities. The University of Troms is Northern Norway's major research and teaching institution, as well as Norway's sixth largest university. Because of its position, the University is an ideal place to further research into the region's natural environment, culture, and society.

Financing

UiT, like all Norwegian public universities, has no tuition costs. UiT are unique study locations on top of the globe, located in the cities of the High North and surrounded by some of Europe's remaining unspoiled wild environment.

 

6.  NORWEGIAN UNIVERSITY OF LIFE SCIENCES ( NMBU)


The Norwegian University of Life Sciences is a public research university in the Norwegian city of As. It has roughly 5,200 students and is located in Viken, near Oslo, and Adamstuen, Oslo.

According to student reviews on Studyportals, the best place to find out how students rate their study and living experiences at universities all over the world, Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) is ranked 601 in Times Higher Education's World University Rankings and has an overall score of 4.0 stars.

   Financing

NTNU does not charge tuition.

Students must, however, finance their own living expenses.

Furthermore, in order to be granted a student visa, all foreign students who are not nationals of EU/EEA/EFTA countries must be able to demonstrate that they have sufficient funds to live in Norway

NTNU does not often provide stipends, scholarships, or loans. However, we encourage that you look into any potential financing sources yourself. It should be noted that admission is quite competitive. GPAs for education from countries other than Norway are converted by NTNU, and candidates are graded using this information. They do not have the capacity to evaluate your grade point average before you apply, and requests for this information will be ignored.

 

7.  NHH NORWEGIAN SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS


NHH, or Norwegian School of Economics, is a business school in Bergen, Norway. It is Norway's first business school, established in 1936, and has been a premier teaching and research institution in the disciplines of economics and business administration ever since.

According to student reviews on Studyportals, the best place to find out how students rate their study and living experiences at universities around the world, NHH Norwegian School of Economics is ranked 901 in Shanghai Jiao Tong University's Academic Ranking of World Universities and has an overall score of 4.1 stars.

No tuition fees in NHH

NHH is a state-funded institution with no application or tuition fees.

The only charge you must pay as an NHH student is a minor semester registration fee to the Bergen Student Welfare Organization (Sammen), which permits you to use their services. Currently, the payment is around NOK 800 every semester.

However, in order to be given a residence visa to study in Norway, some international candidates must prove their financial ability.

 

8. UNIVERSITY OS SOUTH-EASTERN NORWAY

The University of South-Eastern Norway, or USN, is a state university in Norway. Bø, Telemark, Porsgrunn, Notodden, Rauland, Drammen, Hnefoss, Kongsberg, and Horten are among its campuses. Telemark University College, Buskerud University College, and Vestfold University College combined between 2014 and 2016 to establish the University College of South-Eastern Norway. On 4 May 2018, the King-in-Council gave the school full university status. It employs 1,360 people and has 17,152 students.

The University of South-Eastern Norway is ranked #1061 among the world's best universities.

The University of South-Eastern Norway (USN) is a public university that does not charge tuition. This is also true for international students, regardless of where they are from however, students have to pay a semester charge of around NOK 929 ($108) for copying, printing, and student welfare each semester.

Students can study for degree and masters in the following field;

·         Financial Economics

·         Business Analysis and Performance Management

·         Economic Analysis

·         Marketing and Brand Management

·         Economics

·         Strategy and Management

·         International Business (taught in English)

·         Energy, Natural Resources and the Environment (taught in English)

For more details visit the school official website

 

9.  NORD UNIVERSITY

Nord University is a Norwegian governmental university located in the counties of Nordland and Trondelag. With primary campuses in Bodo, the capital of the county of Nordland, and Levanger, the university has 11,000 students studying across Northern and Central Norway.

Nord University is dedicated to providing relevant educational programs and research in the areas of blue and green growth, innovation and entrepreneurship, as well as welfare, health, and education.

According to student ratings on Studyportals, the greatest source to find out how students assess their study and living experiences at institutions all around the world, Nord University has an overall score of 4.3 stars.

Nord University does not charge tuition because it is a government financed Norwegian university. In order to receive a study visa and travel to Norway, non-EU/EEA applicants must be able to prove "financial capability."

 

10.  UNIVERSITY AGDER  



The University of Agder is a public university in Norway with campuses in Kristiansand and Grimstad. The Agder University College and five other colleges, including a technical college and a nursing school, were merged to become a university college in 1994, and the status of a complete university was conferred in 2007.

The  institution is known for carrying out research in gender studies, signal processing, artificial intelligence, European studies, and other such subjects.

The University of Agder offers free tuition, however full-time students must pay a semester fee of around NOK 800 ($93) for student welfare.

 

I hope you find this list of Norway's Top 10 Tuition-Free Universities for International Students useful in making your decision to study in Norway.

Let me know what you think about the list and studying in Norway in the comment section below.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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