International Summer School - University of Oslo

  Norway

Oslo

Term: Summer 
Dates: June 26 - August 6, 2010

Description: Every summer the ISS brings together some 600 students from more than 90 different countries to live and study at the University of Oslo in an atmosphere of academic achievement and international good will.

The ISS offers a wide range of undergraduate (bachelor) courses, focusing on Norwegian language and various aspects of Norwegian culture and society, as well as a number of graduate (master) courses dealing with topics of broad international interest. All of the courses are taught in English, except for the Norwegian language courses. Courses are based on active student participation, and many of them include field visits. Participants attend daily classes and seminars, take examinations and/or submit assignments, and receive a University of Oslo transcript.   

Studying and living along with fellow students from all over the world contributes to a unique cultural experience. The gathering of many nationalities from East and West, North and South in the amicable, constructive atmosphere of a small North European country provides a stimulating intellectual environment which establishes a foundation for deeper understanding and confidence between people from different backgrounds.

Highlights: The ISS offers a wide range of cultural and social activities and events, including folklore evenings, film seminars, debate meetings, sports, and extensive excursion programs to sights in Oslo and the mountains and fjords of rural Norway. ISS students elect a student council which is actively involved in initiating and implementing extracurricular events. (Photo: Sissel Drevsjø ©)

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: Basic On-Campus Fee= approximately USD 3,600 ; *Basic Off-Campus Fee= USD 1,125 *(2009 Off-Campus fee)

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: yes

High School degree plus minimum of one year of study at a College/University. For Master's program, a relevant degree/experience is required.

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Norway Independently

Scholarships are Available. The ISS offers a limited number of scholarships, and the amount of ISS scholarships awarded varies from year to year. The ISS also encourages applicants to seek other sources of funding.

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is 2-3 weeks

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

International Summer School, University of Oslo's Mission Statement: The ISS is a center for learning in an international context. It aims at developing and conveying knowledge and promoting understanding between people from different cultures. This dual purpose is reflected in the ISS motto: "Six Weeks of Academic Achievement and International Good Will".

Year Founded: 1947