Students from outside of the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland are required to pay tuition fees at the University of Stavanger. The tuition fees will not affect students who have already started their studies before autumn 2023 or exchange students from partner universities.
Who is exempt from paying tuition fees?
If you fulfill the requirements for one of the following criteria, you may be exempt from paying tuition fees. In addition, if you have received a decision letter from Lånekassen stating that you are eligible for loan and grants, you can be automatically exempt.
How to apply for an exemption?
Applicants who have received and accepted an offer of admission will receive instructions on how to apply for an exemption via email.
Deadline for students who need to apply for a study permit: 1 June
Deadline for other students: 20 August
Deadline to apply for exemption for Spring semester: 20 January
Regulations related to fees for international students outside the EEA and Switzerland
The purpose of this policy is to outline international students’ entitlement to a refund of fees and relevant processes.