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University of Oslo, Norway (Outgoing Program)

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Field of Study: African Studies, American Studies, Ancient Studies, Anthropology, Archaeology, Art History, Asian Studies, Biology, Celtic Studies, Chemistry, Communication, Computer Science, Economics, Education, English, Environmental Studies, Family Studies, Geography, Greek, History, Latin, Law, Linguistic Studies, Literature, Mathematics, Media Studies, Medieval Studies, Music, Norwegian, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Religion, Scandanavian Studies, Sociology, Statistics, Women's Studies Language of Instruction: English, Norwegian
Class Eligibility (when program begins): Junior, Senior, Sophomore Department: OFFC
Course Number: 239 Housing: International Roommate, Student Housing
Program Host: University of Oslo Program Advisor: Jenna Coughlin
Program Type: Exchange Max Enrollment: 4 semester students or 2 academic year students
Program Description:


Program Overview
The University of Oslo, located in the bustling capital of Norway, is a large institution with an total enrollment of around 27,000, and it is the oldest Norwegian university.  A variety of programs are available in English, so both Norwegian and non-Norwegian speakers are encouraged to apply.

Academics
Students can take courses in a variety of subject areas.  While Norwegian language courses are available to students, they are not required.  To browse course offerings taught in English, click here. Students who qualify to take courses taught in Norwegian can browse the course list here.
Courses are generally lecture-based. Students studying off-campus in the fall can bring up to 4.5 credits back to campus; students studying off-campus in the spring with interim can bring up to 5.5 credits back to campus.

Courses coded 1xxx, 2xxx and 3xxx are 1-3 year bachelor’s courses. Courses coded with 4xxx are master’s level courses.
All foundational courses are open for incoming exchange students, courses with requirements of previous studies are open if the student can provide evidence of previous studies in the field.

Student Life
In addition to taking advantage of life in the vibrant city of Oslo, there are a wide variety of student societies that students can participate in.  After arrival, students are put into buddy groups to get to know other students. For more information about student life, click here.

Accommodations/Housing
Students live in dorms near campus, which are generally accessible via public transportation.  Students cook for themselves. All students admitted to exchange programmes are guaranteed housing, provided they apply by 1 June for studies in the autumn semester or 1 November for studies in the spring semester.

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Academic Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Fall 2024-2025 02/13/2024
03/06/2024 08/12/2024 12/20/2024
Spring with Interim 2024-2025 02/13/2024
03/06/2024 TBA TBA

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This program is currently not accepting applications.