Application process for Bachelor's and Master's courses
When to apply
- The application portal is now open.
- The application period for self-financed applicants is January 2 - March 1.
- The application period for scholarship applicants is January 2 - February 1. Scholarship applicants: click here for admission guidelines.
1. Academic requirements
- Academic requirements are different for Master's, Bachelor's and Norwegian language courses.
- Are you a UiO student? Find detailed application information here:?Summer course admission for UiO students.
2. Choose courses
- Bachelor's and Master's courses: You can apply for up to two courses. It is not possible to add courses after the application deadline. If you are offered admission to your first priority, you will not be offered admission to your second priority.
- Norwegian language course: choose either Elementary, Intermediate or Advanced level
3. Gather documents
- Gather all the required documents, and upload them in the application portal within the application period.
- Submit all documents before the application deadline; late submissions will not be considered.
- Upload all documents to the portal unless specifically instructed to send them directly from the issuing institution.
- You can log into the portal multiple times to upload documents before the deadline.
- If you need instructions on how to upload your documents, please read our guidelines for uploading documents.
4. Choose accommodation
- When you apply you must choose if you want ISS student housing or if you want to rent your own housing.
- The ISS student housing has limited space and we recommend applicants who wish to stay at ISS housing to apply early.
5. Apply online
The application portal is currently open.
Register your application in the University of Oslo's online application system S?knadsweb.?
- Enter your full legal name as it appears in your passport; include both first and middle names.
- Use a single email address to avoid creating duplicate user IDs or applications.
- After you have selected course in the application portal, please choose one of the following options: "I will arrange my own private accommodation" or "I choose to use and pay for ISS accommodation".
- Please note that there is no final "submit button" in the application portal.
- You can log in multiple times to complete your application and upload documents by the given deadline.
- If you need help,?see our guide to applying in UiO's online application portal.
Please note! Your application will be considered invalid if you have not submitted all supporting documents by the deadline. Invalid applications will not be processed.
7. Get your application result
You may expect an admission offer between mid-February and April 1.
The payment information will be sent in your admission letter.
Other important admission information:?
- Admission process for Bachelor's courses: Students will be admitted on a rolling basis. If your first choice is filled up, you may be offered your second choice if there are still available spaces.
- Admission process for Master's courses: An admissions committee will further evaluate all applicants who meet the formal admission requirements. The admissions committee aims to select a diverse student group with a widespread geographical distribution and gender balance. The committee selects students based on the following criteria: statement of purpose, letter of recommendation, and professional experience.