University of Iceland, Hólar Campus
Hólar University (Háskólinn á Hólum / HÍ Hólar)
About the School
One of Iceland's oldest continuously operating institutions, originally founded as an agricultural school in 1882. It officially joined the University of Iceland on 2026, 7 1, becoming a small campus within the HÍ university network dedicated to northern rural areas. The campus specializes in tourism, aquaculture, and equine studies, emphasizing applied research closely integrated with industry and community. Located in Blönduós, approximately 300 kilometers from Reykjavík.
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Application Information
Language requirements
Icelandic B2 (Bachelor's) / IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 79 (for English-taught programs)
Tuition Reference
Tuition-free (fees for non-EEA students starting Fall 2027 TBD) / Registration fee: 100,000 ISK/year
Application deadline
Non-EEA students: 2/1 (Fall admission); EEA students: 6/1
Scholarship
The university does not offer scholarships for new students. You may apply for the Icelandic Government Scholarship or Erasmus+.
Accommodation Details
No on-campus housing; accommodation is arranged locally through institutions like Nemendagarðar.