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ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAMS
2008-2009
NORWEGIAN
UNIVERSITIES
The Norwegian government maintains an
online publication called
Study in Norway, which provides a comprehensive overview of all
Norwegian universities and colleges, particularly focusing on
courses taught in English and degree programs offered to English
speakers. For more information on study opportunities in Norway,
visit The Nordic Association of University Administrators' web
publication Higher Education in
the Nordic Countries
STUDY ABROAD
PROGRAMS THROUGH AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES
The American undergraduate students can receive
course credit directly from their institution for their
participation in the following programs. These programs are
available to students from any college or university.
HIGHER EDUCATION CONSORTIUM FOR
URBAN AFFAIRS
(ST. PAUL, MN)
HECUA is an organization of 17 liberal arts colleges, universities
and associations dedicated to education for social justice. This
unique educational collaboration engages students, faculty and
practitioners in learning that generates knowledge and tools for
social transformation and community building.
Scandinavian Urban Studies Term (Sust)
The primary goal of this program is to instill an understanding of
contemporary Norway, using the acclaimed model of the Norwegian
welfare state and the accompanying notions of citizenship as its
two major focus points. Understanding how the welfare state evolved
and how it is practiced today in the context of an urbanized social
democracy are at the core of the program.
Students will get a chance to explore the relationships between
the Scandinavian countries and the emerging democracies of Eastern
Europe, the European Union, and the rest of the world by meetings
with politicians, artists, working people, students and other
residents. Students also will have the opportunity of studying the
Norwegian language and they will be expected to complete an
independent study project. For those students with prior knowledge
of Norwegian, the level of instruction will be determined by a
placement exam.
Location: Oslo, Norway with
field study in Stockholm, Sweden and Tallinn, Estonia
Dates: mid Aug – early December
Eligibility: Must have completed 1st year of
college. 2.0 GPA or higher (any GPA lower than 2.5 will receive
extra evaluation.)
Instruction: Norwegian faculty of the University
of Oslo, Blindern Campus - but classes taught in English.
Affiliated with the International Summer
School.
Credit: 16 semester credits (1 full semester of
US college credit)
Housing: International student housing in
apartments at the university.
Costs:
$16,200 member school ($17,000 nonmember school) includes tuition, fees, lodging & food stipend. Airfare
and books extra.
Financial Aid: None
Deadline: Preferred application deadline is March
15.
MICHIGAN STATE
UNIVERSITY
The Scandinavian Management Perspective
Scandinavian companies are innovators in participatory
management techniques and novel forms of corporate organization.
The Norwegian School of Management brings that into new focus by
offering students an opportunity to study ethics and social
responsibility at the Scandinavian companies. The participating
students will benefit by taking an inside look at corporate ethics
from a “Scandinavian” perspective.
Location:Nydalen,
Oslo
Dates: Summer 2009 & Spring 2009
Eligibility: MSU students of at least
sophomore status, in good academic standing with a grade point
average of at least 2.5. Students must meet course
prerequisites.
Instruction: In English.
Credit: 2.5 credits
Housing: Single-occupancy, furnished
accommodations (shared bath)
Costs: $9,530 per semester,
excluding MSU tuition and fees.
Contact the
Office of Study Abroad,
MSU, for information on tuition costs.
Financial Aid: MSU students only
Deadline: October 15th for Spring semester
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA
American College of Norway
The UND-American College of Norway program is set in the Oslo Fjord, where you are surrounded by natural beauty of the fjord and forests. Students are able to immerse themselves in the culture of Norway, while taking classes in English. Courses offered include Business, Communication, Computer Science, English, Geology, Government, History, Industrial Technology, Film, Norwegian lanuage, Peace Studies, Psychology and World Religion.
Location: Moss, Norway
Dates: Summer 2008, Fall 2008
Program Brochure: Click to view brochure
Eligibility: Undergraduate students with at least 15 credits in good academic standing with a grade point average of at least 2.5
Instruction: In English
Credit: 12+ Credits
Housing: Dormitory
Costs: Click for cost information See UND Financial Aid Website for tuition details
Financial Aid: Available on case by case basis
Deadline: March 1, 2008
Contact: UND Office of International Programs
BI School of Management
BI Norwegian School of Management exchange program allows students to study at one of Norway's largest educational institutions, with about 19,000 students. The school's faculty is well known both domestically and internationally for their research, attracting a diverse student body from many nations. Courses include Information Technology, Management, Financial Economics, International Business Strategy and Marketing.
Location: Oslo, Norway
Dates: Fall 2008
Program Brochure: Click to view brochure
Eligibility: Undergraduate students with sophomore status in good academic standing with a grade point average of at least 3.0
Instruction: In English
Credit: 12+ Credits
Housing: Dormitory and student apartments
Costs: Click for cost information See UND Financial Aid Website for tuition details
Financial Aid: Available on case by case basis
Deadline: March 1, 2008
Contact: UND Office of International Programs
SUNY
COLLEGE AT ALBANY
The State University of New York at Albany offers semester or
year-long placements at the University of Bergen. The University of Bergen has
an extensive record of international cooperation. It offers courses
taught in English in a rich variety of disciplines and subjects,
including programs in Scandinavian area studies, communication
studies, Norwegian history and politics, Norwegian language and
literature, Scandinavian anthropology, geography, and sociology.
Students with advanced Norwegian skills may also choose to enroll
in regular university courses taught in Norwegian.
Location: University of
Bergen
Dates: Varies
Eligibility: Students who have junior or senior
standing at time of program with 3.0 GPA
Instruction: In English
Credit: 12-15 credit hours per semester
Housing: University-owned dormitories or
apartments
Costs: Costs vary. Check website.
Financial Aid: Check with financial aid office at
home institution
Deadline: Fall: April 1; Spring: October
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OTHER
PROGRAMS
NORWEGIAN FOLK HIGH
SCHOOLS
Folk high schools are uniquely Scandinavian institutions that
offer not only a variety  of
non-traditional and non-academic subjects, but also a solid
foundation in academic learning. Learning-by-doing is the
basic educational philosophy behind the Folk High Schools, and they
strive to achieve a balanced combination of hands-on experience
within an academic framework.
There are 79 folk high schools in Norway, and
about 6,500 students attend these schools every year. Most of the
folk high schools have a familiar atmosphere, and some have only 75
to 100 students for 8 to 10 teachers. The level of
educational experience varies from school to school.
Location: 78 locations
throughout Norway, primarily in rural areas
Dates: Late August – May
Eligibility: 17 years of age and up; most
students are between 18 and 25 years old
Instruction: In Norwegian. Group study within a
major subject area with additional electives. Some schools have
courses offering Norwegian for foreign students.
Credit: N/A
Housing: All the students live on campus. The
schools offer double and single rooms.
Costs: ~$7,300 -
$13,150
per year for room &
board. Tuition is free, but the costs of books, materials and
excursions must be paid by the student. Registration fee is
$153.
Financial Aid: Some scholarships are available
through the "Memorial Fund of May 8, 1970." Applications must
be submitted to the Norwegian Embassy by November 1st.
Applications are available from the Norwegian embassy or
consulates
Deadline: Rolling admission after February
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SCANDINAVIAN
SEMINAR
Folk High School Program
Scandinavian Seminar offers students of all ages the opportunity
to study in Norway through independent internship and study
programs. Schools and programs are custom fit to students'
interests and goals. This program may last from one semester up to
a full academic year. Choices in study of language and culture,
folk arts, traditional dance, environmental studies, outdoor life
and deaf culture are available among many others.
Location: Various locations throughout
Norway
Dates: Open
Eligibility: Varied, students must fill out
application to specify what type of experience they are looking
for.
Instruction: Varied
Credit: Must be pre-arranged
Costs: $8,000 -$10,000 per year
Financial Aid: Not available
Deadline: Open
Norway: Environmental Studies and
Solutions
This 17-day program introduces the students and
faculty from schools affiliated with Independent School Study
Abroad Consortium (ISSAC) to a global prospective through the study
of the environmental issues and the challenges facing the world.
Scandinavian countries have long been leaders and innovators in
advancing the concept of sustainable living, and have taken their
place at the forefronts of the debate to implement a global
environmental policy throughout the 20th century. This program is
designed as an interdisciplinary approach to environmental studies,
including ecology, environmental science, cultural studies and
their history.
Location: Tørdal
Dates: June 29 - July 19, 2008
Eligibility: Sophomores and above
Instruction: Varied
Credit: 13-16 credits; Transfer must be
pre-arranged.
Costs: $3965.00 excluding airfare
Financial Aid: Available
Deadline: Check website www.goissac.org
LANGUAGE PROGRAMS
DET
INTERNASJONALE SPRÅKSENTER
The International Language Center offers one-to-one courses in
Norwegian for students of all levels. Emphasis is given to the
spoken language. The tuition is adjusted to suit the participant's
special needs. They
offer one-to-one Norwegian private tuition lessons for periods of 2, 3 and 4 weeks.
They also offer home-stay accommodations, normally in the home of your Norwegian tutor. The courses can start with short notice.
LIVE-IN-LEARN
IN NORWAY
Learn to speak Norwegian as a guest in the home of a
certified teacher. The programs are available to students of all
ages and all levels and are customized to particular needs of each
student. Some programs may run from 15 to 25 hours per week and
take place in a typical home setting or in the luxury of 4-star
hotel. There are three programs to choose from: learning the
standard language in a teacher's home; the business and specialized
vocabulary; and the 5-star luxury. The last two are ideally suited
for business executives.
Location: Home or hotel
environments
Dates: Ongoing
Eligibility: Available to students of all ages
and all levels and is customized to particular needs
Instruction: In English and Norwegian, according
to level
Housing: home or hotel
Costs: Varies by number of hours per week. Costs
include tuition, accommodation and meals.
Financial Aid: None
Deadline: 45 days before start date
UNIVERSITY OF BERGEN
Norwegian Language & Culture
The University of Bergen offers a
14 week course in Norwegian
language and culture for intermediate and advanced students of
Norwegian.
Location: University of Bergen
Dates:Check website
Eligibility: Must be able to understand and
communicate in Norwegian
Instruction: In Norwegian. Lectures, seminars,
excursions
Credit: Contact home institution
Housing: Student hostel
Costs: $998, incl. tuition, housing, excursions,
and fees
Financial Aid: 1-2 grants available for American
participants
Deadline:15 October for the Spring semester and 15 May for the Autumn semester
UNIVERSITY OF OSLO
INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL (ISS)
The ISS offers courses in Norwegian language, Norwegian
literature, art history, Scandinavian history, culture and society,
politics, international relations and economics. Graduate students
and professionals can take courses in special needs education,
peace research, international development, and international
community health.
Location: University of
Oslo
Dates: June 27 - August 7
Eligibility: At least 18 years of age and at
least one year completion of college/university.
Instruction: In English. Language courses in
Norwegian
Credit: Transferable to many institutions in the U.S.;
contact home institution
Housing: Student dormitory
Costs: ~$2,900 for room, board, registration, and
incidental expenses only. Additional costs depending on classes
taken. Round-trip airfare not included
Financial Aid:Applicants from North America (USA and Canada) may apply through the ISS North American Branch Office (contact information). Contact the ISS office for a
listing of private scholarships or contact the Sons of Norway for additional
information.
Deadline:February 1, 2009
THE
NORDIC ARTISTS' CENTRE
 The Nordic Artists' Centre furthers
international artistic co-operation by offering artists from around
the world the opportunity to live and work in a community of other
artists with full accommodation provided. The center accepts
applications in three categories: regular program, research program
and program for groups. The programs encompass not only artists but
also researchers and members of creative groups.
Location: Dale
Eligibility/Application Procedure: See the
website for application
information.
Costs: No costs; artists chosen for studio work
will receive stipends of total $975/month and a travel
allowance.
Housing: Provided.
Deadline: April 25th
NORWEGIAN ACADEMY OF MUSIC
MASTER DEGREE STUDIES IN CONDUCTING
 For more than a hundred years, The Norwegian Academy of Music
has offered a high quality musical education and today it holds a
central position in Norway’s music world. As a university
college of about 465 students, the Norwegian Academy of Music is a
selective institution that offers both undergraduate and
postgraduate studies. Not only academic qualifications, but also
musical talent must be demonstrated in order to be accepted to this
program. Undergraduate courses in other fields are also offered to
qualified students, who at the end of a four-year program can
receive Norwegian Bachelors’ degree.
Master Degree Studies in
Conducting: This two-year program aims to give the
students the necessary background to work as a professional choral
or orchestral conductor. Applicants should indicate which of these
alternatives they wish to give priority to. The program includes
subjects like conducting techniques, analysis, instrumentation and
piano/score reading etc.
Advanced Studies for Solo Instrumentalists or Chamber
Music Ensembles: The aim of the program is to give
particularly talented students and ensembles the foundation and
practice necessary to become established artists and
performers.
Advanced Studies in
Composition: The students in the postgraduate Composition
program concentrate themselves on developing their individuality as
composers. The applicants for this course will be evaluated on
their artistic potential, and will have to demonstrate the ability
to express themselves with an individual perspective in their
work.
Master Degree Studies in
Performance: The applicants could choose one of five main
areas of study within this program:
1) Chamber music
2) Principal main instrument
3) Improvised music/jazz
4) Accompaniment and chamber music for pianists
5) Music performance with thesis
Location: Oslo
Dates: 2-year program. The academic year starts
at the end of August and lasts until the end of June.
Eligibility: Admission to the postgraduate
programs requires a completed 3 or 4 year bachelor degree in music
and an audition. For foreign applicants from outside the Nordic
countries, a videotape of the applicant will be accepted. Please
contact the Academy for further details.
Instruction: Classroom instruction in Norwegian,
private instruction in English.
Housing: The Academy has no student housing
facilities. Foreign students must arrange for private accommodation
themselves. They may also apply for accommodation to the Student
Union in Oslo (approx. $450-530 per month for single rooms).
Costs: There are no tuition fees at the Academy.
Estimated monthly costs for students living away from home are
$1,130.
Financial Aid: Not available
Deadline: March 1st
NORWEGIAN FOLK HIGH
SCHOOLS
Education in Norway's 78 folk high schools is dialogue-based and
experiential. The folk high schools do not grant degrees or conduct
exams. Today's folk high schools offer a variety of non-traditional
and non-academic subjects, as well as some academic subjects; many
have programs specifically in the arts. More information can be
found under Other Programs section on this page.
THE OSLO
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN (AHO) MASTER'S DEGREE
PROGRAM
 AHO is an autonomous institution within the
Norwegian university system and one of the leading schools and
research institutions in the fields of architecture, urban and
industrial design.
Instruction combines traditional studio-based project work with a
conceptual design approach, and gives an introduction to the
traditional subjects in architecture, urbanism, landscape
architecture, and industrial design.
Location: Oslo
Dates: Spring: January 11- June 16; Fall: August
17 – December 22.
Eligibility: Admission to each graduate degree programs
requires a relevant degree; see website for
details.
Instruction: In Norwegian.
Costs: There are no tuition fees.
Housing: See website for recommended housing
options.
VESTERHEIM FOLK ART
WORKSHOPS
 Versterheim Folk Art Workshops offer
workshops in rosemaling, Norwegian woodcarving and knife making
techniques. Traditional Norwegian cooking and felting classes are
pending. The curriculum involves classroom study and research
excursions to holdings of folk art in both museums and private
collections. Eight days of study and seven days of travel are
included. Offered biennially.
Location: Fagernes,
Norway
Dates: June 24 - July 9
Eligibility: Must have experience in rosemaling
and woodcarving, no prior experience necessary in knife
making.
Instruction: In English.
Housing: Single and double occupancy
Costs: $3,450-3,950 includes tuition, room & board,
excursions within Norway, transatlantic airfare from Minneapolis.
Taxes, material costs and gratuities not included.
Financial Aid: Not available
Deadline: Cut-off when filled
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