Quick Summary
UiT The Arctic University of Norway is a public founded in 1968, located in Tromsø, Norway. Ranked #407 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 17400 students including 11% from outside Norway. Known for strengths in Linguistics, Marine Science, Geophysics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Unique geographical location above the Arctic Circle, leading research in climate change, and high student-to-professor interaction.
Subject Strengths
LinguisticsMarine ScienceGeophysicsMedicineLaw
Founded1968
TypePublic
Total Students17400
Intl Students11%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusUrban/Regional
Campus Size5 Main Campuses across Northern Norway
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity Hospital of North Norway (UNN)
AccreditationNOKUT (Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#407
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501-600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501-600
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Continuing Education
Programs
Health Sciences, Science and Technology, Humanities, Social Sciences, Law
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
CAGE (Centre for Arctic Gas Hydrate, Environment and Climate), Fram Centre
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
NOKUT (Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 1 (Non-EU), April 15 (EU/EEA)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high academic standing in quantitative subjects for STEM and highlight research interest in Arctic issues for social sciences.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Norwegian Krone
UG Tuition
kr180,000/yr
per year · NOK
Living Cost
kr165,000/yr
per year · NOK
PG Tuition
kr215,000/yr
per year · NOK
Total Estimated Annual Cost
kr345,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · NOK
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$12,000
Financial AidState Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen) for eligible residents
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Continuing Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Biology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Polar Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Aerospace Control Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Indigenous Studies | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
87%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementYes
Industry Connections
EquinorKongsberg Satellite ServicesAkvaplan-nivaFram Centre
Notable Alumni
Anne Husebekk, Sandra Borch, Geir Bakke
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Kraft Sportssenter, Indoor Climbing, Swimming Facilities
Student Clubs
Over 100 student-led organizations and associations
Library Resources
7 branch libraries with extensive Polar and Arctic archives
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Nordplus, North-to-North
Summer Programs
International Summer School (variable)