✨ Should I Apply for University of Oslo International Summer School (ISS) Scholarships?
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Low (Highly competitive)
Competition
🌍 Overview
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Award Amount
Covers basic fees, board and lodging, and a small pocket money allowance
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Deadline
February 1 (Annual)
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Fields
Humanities, Social Sciences, Norwegian Language, Energy, Environment, Health, and International Relations
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Awards/Year
Approximately 50 full scholarships and several partial awards
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Provider
University of Oslo (UiO)
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Acceptance
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The International Summer School (ISS) at the University of Oslo offers scholarships to international students to participate in an intensive 6-week academic program. The goal is to promote international understanding through academic exchange.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to applicants from developing countries, countries in Eastern Europe/Central Asia, USA, and Canada. Applicants must have relevant academic background and strong English skills.
🏛️ Host University
University of Oslo
🤝 Sponsor
Government of Norway and University of Oslo
🔬 Fields of Study
Humanities, Social Sciences, Norwegian Language, Energy, Environment, Health, and International Relations
✨ Key Benefits
Full scholarships cover the basic fee (tuition), on-campus board and lodging, and a small pocket money allowance. Travel grants are available for specific regions.
🎯 Target Students
International students (Developing countries, USA, Canada, Eurasia)
🏷 Tags
Norway
Summer School
Fully Funded
Humanities
Social Sciences
UiO
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes (100% of course fees)
Living Stipend
Small pocket money allowance included in full scholarship
Total Award
Covers basic fees, board and
✈️ Travel: Covers airfare for recipients from specific developing countries only
🏠 Accommodation: Yes (includes housing and meals at Blindern Dormitory)
💊 Health Insurance: Provided for the duration of the summer program in Norway
🔄 Renewable: No
💳 App Fee: Free
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes (100% of course fees)
🏠 Living Stipend
Small pocket money allowance included in full scholarship
🏡 Accommodation
Yes (includes housing and meals at Blindern Dormitory)
✈️ Travel Allowance
Covers airfare for recipients from specific developing countries only
💊 Health Insurance
Provided for the duration of the summer program in Norway
🎁 Other Benefits
Includes excursions, social activities, and course materials
📋 Renewal Conditions
Not applicable as this is a one-time summer program scholarship
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Must be a student or professional with a background related to the course; must meet academic and English requirements; must demonstrate financial need.
🎓 Academic Level
Short-term (Bachelor's and Master's level courses)
📊 Minimum GPA
3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent B average)
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS (6.5), TOEFL (90), or equivalent certification
🎂 Age Limit
None, but typically targeted at adults (18+)
💼 Work Experience
Preferred for professional courses but not mandatory for all
🏆 Leadership
Demonstrated through community involvement or professional achievements
💰 Financial Need
Required for Full Scholarship consideration
🎯 Target Students
International students (Developing countries, USA, Canada, Eurasia)
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes (Statement of Purpose / Motivation Letter)
Rec Letters
Yes (One academic or professional letter of recommendation)
Documents Required
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport / National ID
- Yes (One academic or professional letter of recommendation) Recommendation Letters
- CV / Resume
- Personal Statement / Essays
- IELTS (6.5), TOEFL (90), or equivalent certification
- Interview: No
- Min GPA: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent B average)
📋 Application Process
Ensure your Statement of Purpose links your academic/professional goals directly to the course content. Apply early as the portal can be busy near the deadline.
💡 Insider Tip: Strong emphasis is placed on the 'Professional Relevance' section of the application. Explain how this program will benefit your home country.