Checklist · Norway
Documents you need to study in Norway
What Norwegian universities typically ask for — Bachelor's or Master's, from application to the study permit. Tick items off as you go; your progress stays in this browser. Each institution sets its own deadlines and requirements, so compare with your programme's own list. Each item links to the official source.
Checked against official sources: October 2026
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Before you apply
0/3Most Bachelor's programmes: through Samordna opptak, the national admission service. Master's programmes: directly through the institution.
Source: Samordna opptak
The ordinary Samordna opptak deadline is 15 April at 23:59, with 1 March for some groups. International Master's programmes set their own, often much earlier, deadlines — check each institution.
Source: Samordna opptak
Your school-leaving qualification must give general university admission eligibility in Norway. You do not need a formal recognition of your education to apply.
Source: Samordna opptak
Application documents
0/4Upload them in your online application as early as possible — before the upload deadline.
Source: Samordna opptak
Proof of English (and of Norwegian for Norwegian-taught programmes) at the level the programme sets.
Source: Study in Norway
Needed for the application and the study permit.
Source: UDI
If requested
Motivation letter
Many Master's programmes ask for a statement of motivation. Norwegian committees value a direct, specific letter.
After admission: study permit and money
0/3Only for students from outside the EU, the EEA and Switzerland.
Students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland pay tuition fees. The amount depends on the institution and programme.
Source: Samordna opptak · Study in Norway
At least NOK 170,368 for the 2026/27 academic year (NOK 15,488 a month) — own funds in a Norwegian account or the institution's deposit account, loans or grants.
Source: UDI · Study in Norway
Apply to UDI with your admission letter, passport and proof of funds and housing, and pay the application fee. Apply as soon as you are admitted — processing takes time.
Source: UDI
Questions
Is studying in Norway free?
For EU/EEA and Swiss students at public institutions, yes — they pay only a small semester fee. Students from other countries pay tuition fees, which vary by institution.
How much money do I need for the study permit?
At least NOK 170,368 for the 2026/27 academic year. You can combine own funds, the institution's deposit account, loans and grants.
Is this list complete for my programme?
No list can be. Some programmes ask for portfolios or work experience. Always compare with the institution's own requirements.