University of Agder
University of Agder (UiA)
About the School
Founded as a university college in 1994 through the merger of six institutions, it was granted university status in 2007 (the 7-th university in Norway). According to SSB's 2025 statistics, it enrolled 14,496 students and ranks between 601 and 650 globally in THE rankings. Key strengths include ICT, mechanical engineering and renewable energy, international business (with AACSB-accredited business school), development studies, music, and performing arts. The campus is split between Kristiansand and Grimstad, where living costs are the lowest among 9.
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Application Information
Language requirements
IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 80 (one of the most accessible master's degree entry requirements among 9 universities)
Tuition Reference
47,000-135,000 NOK/year (non-EU students)
Application deadline
2026-12-01 (Non-EU Master's)
Scholarship
No scholarships available for international students; tuition waiver only.
Accommodation Details
SiA Student Housing: Single rooms at approximately 3,600-6,000 NOK/month. More availability in southern cities.