Application process for Bachelor's and Master's courses
When to apply
- The application portal is now closed.
- 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. Apply Online (closed)
The application portal for summer 2026 will open January 2.
The application deadline is March 1.
If you need help,?see our guide to applying in UiO's online application portal.
Admission process for Bachelor's courses:
If there are more qualified applicants than available spaces on a given course, we will select applicants by a random draw.
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.
For scholarship applicants the application period is January 2- February 1.
6. Scholarships
The application period for scholarship applicants is January 2 - February 1. See general conditions for scholarships.
7. Get your application result
You may expect an admission offer between late March and April 15th at the latest.
The payment information will be sent in your admission letter.