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Study in Norway: Top Universities, Courses, Scholarships, Course Fees and Job Opportunities

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Study in Norway - Highlights

Norway offers students a high-quality and standard education. Norway has become one of the most popular and preferred locations for studies by students from all across the globe. According to the Erudera.com reports, around 54000 students obtained their degrees from Norwegian institutions in 2022. The Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (NDI) suggests that around3,943 graduate students and 293 post-doctorate students were given permanent residence in Norway in 2022. With a high standard of living, friendly natives, dazzling cities, and low crime rates, Norway is a safe and best place to take up studies for international students.

Core Facts About Norway

Education in Norway

Universities and Colleges 70+

Indian Students in Norway (2023) 2000+

Post-Study Work Permit 20 hours a week

Permanent Residence Yes

University / College Stats

Students Placed 1200+

Primary Language Norwegian

Popular Course Engineering, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences

Scholarships 1,17,817 NOK

Why Study in Norway?

Taking up studies in Norway is a rewarding yet challenging experience. It adds much value to setting up a career and is a worthy addition to the Curriculum Vitae. Apart from the low tuition costs, there are a lot of reasons why a student should consider taking up studies in Norway like the below:

Tuition Fee – Most public universities in Norway offer free education to students for all programs under UG, PG, and Doctorate. This is for all the students regardless of their country and whether they are EEA/EU members.
High Standard of Living- Norwegians are known for having fewer crime and unemployment rates. They also balance their work-life effectively and are friendly.
Quality Education – Norway has a wide range of universities and colleges that offer excellent training. Norwegians have a different approach to education; that is, they follow an informal campus atmosphere, small batches, and friendly teachers
Natural Environment – Norwegians prefer to keep up their unique natural setup. The country has around 5M + population, and there is always fresh air and fantastic sightseeing views
Tolerant and Friendly People – Norwegians are known for being friendly, tolerant, and laid back. People in Norway speak excellent English, and therefore communication is effortless.

Universities and Courses

Top Universities in Norway

Norway is one of the most preferred destinations to take up studies for international students. Despite having a high cost of living, Norway offers exciting wild and urban life, nature, and perhaps a free education. Though a small country with only a population of 5M+ people, the universities in Norway have acquired top positions in the university rankings. There are around 31 universities in Norway, and some of those reputed universities and their rankings are as follows:

S.No	Universities	City	World Rankings 2024	Norway University Rankings 2024
1	University of Oslo	Oslo	87	1
2	Norwegian University of Science and Technology	Trondheim	90	2
3	University of Bergen	Bergen	47	3
4	University of Tromso - The Arctic University of Norway	Tromsø	201-250	4-6
5	Norwegian University of Life Sciences	Ås	251-300	7-9
6	University of Stavanger	Stavanger	301-350	10-12
7	Western Norway University of Applied Sciences	Bergen	351-400	13-15
8	Oslo Metropolitan University	Oslo	401-500	16-18
9	University of Agder	Kristiansand	501-600	19-21
10	University College of Southeast Norway	Drammen	601-800	22-28
11	Norwegian School of Sport Sciences	Oslo	801-1000	29-34
12	Ostfold University College	Halden	1001+	35-39
13	Kristiania University College	Oslo	Not Ranked	Not Ranked
14	Norwegian School of Economics	Bergen	Not Ranked	Not Ranked
15	Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences	Elverum	Not Ranked	Not Ranked
16	The University Centre in Svalbard	Longyearbyen	Not Ranked	Not Ranked
17	VID Specialized University	Oslo	Not Ranked	Not Ranked
18	Molde University College	Molde	Not Ranked	Not Ranked

Popular Courses in Norway

Norway Intakes

Norwegian universities have only one intake and also follow a strict timeline:

December – March: Application Period
August – Courses start in autumn

Cost of Studying in Norway

Tuition Fees - Bachelors	Private University - €7,000 to €9,000 per year
	Public University (Out of State) - 80,000 NOK ($8,000) to 490,000 NOK ($49,000)
	Public University (In-State) - NOK 10,000 to 15,000
Living Expenses	NOK 10,000 to 15,000

Scholarships for Indian Students in Norway

Scholarship	Maximum Offered
Education Future International Scholarship	Partial funding for Bachelors and Masters programs (estimated maximum:€5,000 to €7,000 per year)
Royal Society International Exchange Programme	Partial funding for Post Doc studies (estimated maximum: Varies based on a research project)
Google PhD Fellowship Program	Full funding for PhD in Computer Sciences (estimated maximum: Full tuition fees and stipend)
Ramboll Scholarships	Partial funding for Bachelors and Masters in Engineering, Natural Science, Political Science, Economics, and Architecture (estimated maximum: Varies based on program and merit)
National Overseas Scholarship for SC and ST Candidates	Partial funding for Masters and PhD in various subjects (estimated maximum: Varies based on category and course)
BI Presidential Scholarship	Fully funded scholarship covering full tuition fees and stipend for living expenses for each semester at BI Norwegian Business School (estimated maximum: Full tuition fees and stipend)

Student Visa in Norway

Cost of Visa Application	Varies based on the type of visa and your nationality. Generally, the fee for a student visa (residence permit) is approximately NOK5,400(as of my last update). Please check the official Norwegian embassy or consulate website for the most up-to-date information.
When to Apply	Apply as early as possible, ideally 3to 4 months before your intended travel date. This allows sufficient time for processing and any additional requirements.
Visa Processing Time	The processing time can vary, but it typically takes around 15to 30 days from the date of submission. However, during peak seasons, it may take longer. Be sure to plan accordingly.

Documents Required to Apply for a Student Visa:

The documents required to apply for a student visa in Norway may vary based on factors like the student’s nationality and the type of study program they intend to pursue. However, some common documents include:

A Valid Passport
A letter of acceptance from the university applied to confirm the admission
Proof of sufficient funds for the study and stay in Norway
Health Insurance
Recent passport-sized photographs taken on a white background
The visa application form
Academic transcripts
A well-drafted statement of purpose
A police clearance certificate.

Required Entrance Exams

Language Proficiency Tests

If a candidate chooses a program taught in the Norwegian language, then he/she should be proficient in the same. For this, the candidate must take any language proficiency test accepted by Norwegian universities. Some of these language proficiency tests in Norway are as follows:

Bergenstesten - The Norwegian Test for Foreigners
Norskprøve – Test of Norwegian as a Second Language
Tilpasset opptak - Norwegian Language Test for High School Admissions

English Proficiency Test:

If the program is taught in English, the candidate must provide proof of English language proficiency through standardized tests. Minimum score requirements vary by institution and program. The following are the accepted English language proficiency tests in Norway:

IELTS
TOEFL
C1 Advanced
PTE

Academic Tests:

There are no specific academic tests to clear for taking up studies in Norway. However, some Norwegian universities ask the candidate to clear a few entrance tests as a part of their selection process.

Work Opportunities in Norway

Job Role	Salary
Ship Brokers	Around124,000 NOK(average)
Directors in Oil and Gas Extraction	Approximately108,490 NOK
IT Jobs (Front-end Developer)	51,210 NOK permonth
IT Jobs (Embedded Programmer)	52,125 NOK permonth
Nurses (Registered Nurses)	45,000 to 55,000 NOK
Teachers (Secondary Education)	45,000 to 60,000 NOK
Finance Managers	70,000 to 100,000 NOK
Civil Engineers	50,000 to 70,000 NOK
Software Developers (Java)	60,000 to 80,000 NOK
Healthcare Specialists (Dentists)	80,000 to 120,000 NOK