STUDY IN NORWAY

LIVING COST IN NORWAY

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LIVING COST IN NORWAY

Living Cost for International Students in Norway

Even though, education is free in Norway by law, living cost in Norway is quite expensive in comparison to other popular study abroad destinations. It depends upon the living standard of student how much will itcost to live in Norway. But most of the international students feel it too high to afford goods and services in Norway. It costs at least Norwegian Krone (NOK) 8000, i.e. around US Dollar (USD) 1300 per month to maintain the basic living standard in Norway for foreign students.The estimated expenses for services in Norway are:

Service	Cost per Month in NOK
Food	2500
Accommodation	1500
Transport	500
Communication	450
Books and Supplies	900
Insurance and Health Care	350
Clothing	550
Entertainment	100
Other Expenses	1150

International Students under the age of 30 and with a ValidStudent Identity (ID) card are entitled to get reduced fares on public transports. The Student ID card also help foreign studentto get certain discounts on theatre, museum and opera tickets. University restaurants and cafeteria also provides foods to international students on the subsidized rate. However, if student manage to cook themselves, then they can expect more savings or less expenses on cafeterias.

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LIST OF UNIVERSITIES IN NORWAY

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LIST OF UNIVERSITIES IN NORWAY

Norwegian Universities and Colleges with link to their respective websites

Agricultural University of Norway Agder College

National College of Art & Design

Nesna College

Nord-Trøndelag College

Norges Teknisk-Naturvitenskapelige Universitet

Norwegian Institute of Technology, Trondheim

Norwegian School of Economics and Business Administration

Norwegian School of Management

Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Norwegian University of Life Sciences

Oppland College

Østfold College

Sør-Trøndelag College (HiST)

Stavanger College

Stord/Haugesund College

Telemark College

UNIK - Center for Technology at Kjeller, University of Oslo

University of Agder

University of Bergen

University of Oslo

University of Stavanger

University of Tromsø

Vestfold College

Volda College

FINANCIAL AIDS IN NORWAY

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FINANCIAL AIDS IN NORWAY

Scholarships and Financial aid available for International Students in Norway

Although the education is free for all in Norway by law, it costs to live in Norway. The living cost in Norway is a bit higher than other developed world. Students must plan well to manage their living cost in Norway. Student can work part-time up to 20 hours per week in Norway to support their living cost. However, there are several financial aid and scholarships available for international students in Norway. However the competition is high to obtain these scholarships and financial aid. It depends upon the student's academic background, the country they reside, and the course they choose to get any kind of financial aid and scholarships.

There are Norwegian government's national programs as well as various other program offered by private and non-profit making organizations to provide scholarship and other types of funding for international students to support their study and stay in Norway. The Norwegian Center for International Cooperation in Higher Education (SIU) is a public administrative body under the Ministry of Education and Research in Norway that promotes international cooperation in education and research and also administrates several programs where international students are eligible for financial support.

The various scholarship and financial aid programs available in Norway are:

Quota Scheme
Each year, to promote the internationalization in higher education, the Norwegian government provides full scholarships for 1100 international students. It is provided to 800 international students from developing countries and 300 international students from Central Asia and Eastern Europe. Generally, this scholarship is provided to Masters and Ph. D level courses taught in English. Several universities and universities colleges of Norway are allocated the quota to provide funding to international students.

The application deadline for quota scheme scholarship depends upon the institution, level of study and course chosen. It is therefore requested to contact respective institution directly.

To learn more about the Quota Scheme, eligibility to apply, and to find out which courses are available under this scheme, visit the website of The Norwegian Center for International Cooperation in Higher Education (SIU).

Norwegian Government Scholarships
Norwegian Government Scholarship is provided by Norwegian Government each year to advanced international students and young talented researchers with the aim to promote good relationship and coordination between Norwegian and foreign students. It is provided through the Norwegian International Scholarship Section (IS) of the Research Council. This scholarship is available to all areas of academic studies, including applied and performing arts.

This scholarship is not provided for the whole period of completion of degree in Norway, instead it is intended to finance a temporary stay of international student up to one academic year. To learn more about this scholarship, and eligibility to apply, visit the website of International Scholarship Section (IS) of the Research Council of Norway.

Beside these scholarships and financial aid programs, various other programs like

STUDENT VISA PROCESS IN NORWAY

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STUDENT VISA PROCESS IN NORWAY

Process to obtain Norwegian Student Visa for international students

The Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) is the public agency responsible for processing all applications for a studentresidence permit in Norway. The student intending to study in any educational institutions of Norway for longer than 3 months period must have a residence permit. But this doesn't apply to students from Nordic countries.The requirement of visa andresidence permit for students depends upon their nationality.
International Students from Non-Nordic and Non-EU/EEA Countries
For International Students from Non-Nordic and Non-EU/EEA Countries, before applying for visa and residence permit, student must have been admitted to full time accredited university studies in Norway. Generally, length undergraduate and post graduate courses are more than 3 months, it is therefore essential to apply and obtain residence permit before entering Norway. Student must submit their application to a Norwegian Foreign Mission in their own country in person. Applications sent by mail or email will not be processed. In some cases the applicant may expect to be called in for an interview. For certain courses whose length is less than 3 month, then the student does not need a residence permit. However, students need a visa before entering into Norway.
International students will be granted a residence permit for study purposes if they have been enrolled for full time study at any recognized educational institutions in Norway. Besides, students need to present the proof that they could support their study and life during their stay in Norway. Also, students must be show that they have made health insurance. The application fee to apply for the visa is NOK 1100 (about USD 180).
The students from following listed countries are referred as students from Non-Nordic and Non-EU/EEA Countries:

Afghanistan
Albania
Algeria
Angola
Antigua & Barbuda
Armenia
Azerbaijan
The Bahamas
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Barbados
Belarus
Belize
Benin
Bhutan
Bolivia
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Botswana
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cambodia
Cameroon
Cape Verde
Central African Republic
Chad
China, People’s Rep. (except Hong Kong and Macao)
Colombia
Comoros
Congo, Democratic Republic
Congo, Republic
Cuba
Djibouti
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Egypt
Equatorial Guinea
Eritrea
Ethiopia

Fiji
Gabon
Gambia
Georgia
Ghana
Grenada
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Guyana
Haiti
India
Indonesia
Iran
Iraq
Ivory Coast
Jamaica
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kenya
Kiribati
North Korea
Kuwait
Kyrgyzstan
Laos
Lebanon
Lesotho
Liberia
Libya
Macedonia
Madagascar
Malawi
Maldives
Mali
Marshall Islands
Mauritania
Mauritius
Micronesia
Moldova
Mongolia
Morocco

Mozambique
Myanmar (Burma)
Namibia
Nauru
Nepal
Niger
Nigeria
Northern Mariana Islands
Oman
Pakistan
Palau Islands
Papua New Guinea
Peru
The Philippines
Qatar
Russia
Rwanda
St. Kitts & Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Samoa
Sao Tome & Principe
Saudi Arabia
Senegal
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Solomon Islands
Somalia
South Africa
Sri Lanka
Sudan
Surinam
Swaziland
Syria
Taiwan
Tajikistan
Tanzania
Thailand
Timor East
Togo

Documentation Required to Submit the Application for Non-Nordic and Non-EU/EEA students

Completely filled application form with a photograph attached.
Copy of valid passport showing the identity of the student.
Certificate showing that the student is enrolled for the full time study in Norwegian educational institute. This is also known as letter of acceptance and it must contain information regarding program for which the applicant is admitted, the duration of the program.
Plan of study stating the progress on studies.
Detail documentation of accommodation.
Certificates showing that the student have comprehensive health insurance that is valid in Norway.
Certificate from a bank confirming that student have enough fund to support their stay in Norway or the necessary documents that show that student have received a scholarship, study grant or any other type of financial aid.

International Students from Non-Nordic EU/EEA Countries
Visa is not required for international students from Non-Nordic EU/EEA countries who is intending to stay for less than 3 months. But if student's studies take longer than 3 month, then they require to apply for the residence permit within three months of their arrival in Norway. However, they may also apply forresidence permit in the embassy or consulate of their own home country before entering Norway. Permits are issued by Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI).
International students will be granted a residence permit for study purposes if they have been enrolled for full time study at any recognized educational institutions in Norway. Besides, students need to present the proof that they could support their study and life during their stay in Norway. Also, students must be show that they have made health insurance. The application fee to apply for the visa is NOK 1100 (about USD 180).
Documentation Required to Submit the Application for Non-Nordic EU-EEA Students

Completely filled application form with a photograph attached.
Copy of valid passport showing the identity of the student.
Certificate showing that the student is enrolled for the full time study in Norwegian educational institute. This is also known as letter of acceptance and it must contain information regarding program for which the applicant is admitted, the duration of the program.
Certificates showing that the student have comprehensive health insurance that is valid in Norway.
Certificate from a bank confirming that student have enough fund to support their stay in Norway or the necessary documents that show that student have received a scholarship, study grant or any other type of financial aid.

The students from following listed countries are referred as students from Non-Nordic EU/EEA Countries:

Austria
Belgium
Czech Republic
Cyprus
Estonia
France
Germany
Greece

Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta

Netherlands
Poland
Portugal
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Switzerland
United Kingdom

ADMISSION IN NORWAY

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ADMISSION IN NORWAY

Instructions about the method to get admission in Norwegian Universities

The Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education (NOKUT) is responsible for admission in Norway as they determine the minimum requirements to admit international student. Admission Requirements, Application Procedures and Deadlines for submitting application may vary according touniversity, program chosen, and level of study in Norway.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements in Norway varies according to program chosen and the level of study. The requirements for admission are listed with respect to study level below:

Under Graduate Level

General Requirements
General Admission requirements for Undergraduate (Bachelors) level in Norway are:

Student must have completed an internationally recognized higher secondary education which must be equivalent toNorwegian secondary school.
Student must show proficiency in English by taking test like IELTS and TOEFL. However, this applies only if English isn't the first language of the student.
Student from some countries may also need to complete one year of studies at the university level.
Student intending to study courses taught in Norwegianlanguage must show proficiency in Norwegian Language as well.

Specific Requirements
Specific requirements for admission are designed by universityitself. These requirements may be in terms of ability and subject matters. There is special admission requirement for some study programs that is usually relating to specialist subjects or fields of study from secondary school. Students are requested to visit the respective university’s website where they intend to study and look for University's requirements for their chosen subject because the requirements may vary from subject to subject anduniversity to university. Requirements designed are generally different for every country.

For more details about the requirements for your country, check PDF Files provided below:
For Academic Requirement, Check this file
For Language Requirement, Check this file

Post Graduate Level

General Requirements
General requirements for Postgraduate (Masters) level admission in Norway are:

Student must have completed an internationally recognized bachelor's degree level that includes the course which is equal to at least one and half year of full time studies in a same subject matter for which student have applied.
Student must show proficiency in English by means of an internationally recognized English language test like IELTS and TOEFL if English is not their first language.
Student from some countries may also require at least one year of completed studies at the master's level in their home countries.
Student intending to study certain courses which is taught in Norwegian language must also show proficiency inNorwegian Language.

Specific Requirements
Different universities have their own specific requirements regarding academic performance, ability, language, etc. To study the specific subject, student may need additional requirements.Students are requested to visit the respective university’s website where they intend to study and look for University's requirements for their indented course as the requirements may vary from subject to subject and university to university.

International student from different countries have different have different admission requirements designed by NOKUT. For more details about requirement for your country, Check the PDF files provided below:
For Academic Requirement, Check this file
For Language Requirement, Check this file

Application Deadlines
The application deadlines in Norway for international students is between January 15 to March 15 in general. However, the deadline may vary according to institutions, chosen subjects, and the level of study. So, student are requested to contact respective university or college for further detail on their application deadlines and other requirements.

Documents Required for Admission in Norway

Student must submit:

Academic certificates to show that their qualification is eligible for their further studies in Norway.
Bio-Data including personal information, academic qualification, working experiences and references.
Two letters of recommendation in English from their teacher regarding their character and previous studies.

STUDY IN NORWAY

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COUNTRY FACTS
Capital:	Oslo
Population:	4,546,123
Area:	385,639 sq km
Language:	Norwegian, English
Religion:	Evangelical Lutheran, Roman Catholic
Continent:	Europe

WHY STUDY IN NORWAY?
Norway, the country near north pole with the view of midnight sun is one of the best destinations for international students to study. The educational institutions in Norway provide high standard of education offering wide range of courses from vocational subjects to postgraduate and doctorate level with modern and safe learning environment.Participatory and research based educational system where the teachers are easily approachable is one of the additional features of the Norwegian educational institutions. Beside education, students can also get lifetime experience, excitements and enjoyment while studying in Norway.
Students studying in Norway will definitely be benefited by understanding the Norwegian culture, people, and nature.

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