Norway is one of the world's happiest countries, according to the 2023 World Happiness Index. It offers free education in public and some private universities to both national and international students and specialized universities. 

Additionally, Norway is considered one of the safest countries for Indian students to study, making it an excellent choice for Indian Students.

1. University of Oslo

QS World Ranking – 117

Courses Offered 

• Education

• Esthetic Studies and Musicology

• Health and Medicine

• History, Philosophy, and Culture Studies

• Information Technology and Informatics

• Language and Literature

• Law, Economics, Leadership, and Administration

• Mathematics, Natural Science, and Technology

• Media Studies

• Religion and Theology

• Social Sciences and Psychology

Tuition Fees – The University of Oslo offers tuition-free education to international students. However, students are required to pay a semester-wise contribution of NOK 550. 

2. University of Bergen

QS World Ranking – 281

Courses Offered 

• Art, Design & Media

• Business & Management

• Computer Science & IT

• Engineering & Technology

• Environment & Agriculture

• Humanities

• Medicine & Health

• Natural Sciences & Mathematics

• Social Sciences

Tuition Fees - Approximately NOK 38,144 to NOK 1,59,794

3. Norwegian University of Science and Technology

QS World Ranking – 292

Courses Offered

• Economics and Management

• Architecture and Design

• Humanities

• Information Technology and Electrical Engineering

• Engineering

• Medicine and Health Sciences

• Natural Sciences

• Social and Educational Sciences

Tuition Fees – Approximately NOK 79,407 to NOK 2,15,534 

4. University of Tromso - The Arctic University of Norway

QS World Ranking – 577

Courses Offered

• Agriculture And Veterinary

• Ethnic Studies

• Sciences

• Visual And Performing Arts

• Education

• Engineering

• Engineering Related Technology

• English And Literature

• Public Affairs and Law

• Social Sciences

• Medical And Allied Health Care

• Business And Management

• Computer Science And IT

• Environmental Studies and Earth Sciences

• Hospitality Leisure and Sports

• Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Tuition Fees – The University of Tromso offers tuition-free education to its national as well as international students. However, students are required to pay a semester-wise contribution of NOK 1,103. 

5. Norwegian University of Life Sciences

QS World Ranking – 1201-1400

Courses Offered

• Aquaculture, Livestock and Agriculture

• Business and Administration

• Landscape and Society

• Mathematics, Nature and Science

• Technology, Civil engineering and Architecture

• Veterinary medicine, Veterinary nursing and Health sciences

• Biosciences

• Environmental Sciences and Natural Resource Management

Tuition Fees – The Norwegian University of Life Sciences offers tuition-free education to national and international students. However, students are required to pay a student union fee of NOK 340 to NOK 681.

6. University of Stavanger

QS World Ranking – 1401+

Courses Offered

• Drama

• Health

• History

• Sports science

• Engineering

• Teaching

• Media

• Music

• Mathematics and natural science

• Risk and safety

• Social science

• Hospitality and tourism

• Social studies

• Language

• Business administration

Tuition Fees – Approximately NOK 80,000 to NOK 1,25,000

7. Oslo Metropolitan University

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Study of Professions

• Education and International Studies

• Health Sciences

• Social Sciences

• Technology, Art and Design

Tuition Fees – Approximately NOK 80,000 to NOK 1,50,000 

8. University of Agder

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Economy

• Journalism and Politics

• IT  

• Law

• Natural Scenes

• Social Sciences

• History

• Engineering

• International Relations

• Medicine and Health Sciences

• Arts

Tuition Fees – Approximately NOK 1,55,000 to NOK 3,80,000

9. Norwegian School of Sport Sciences

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Exercise, health, and performance

• Sport and Exercise Biomechanics

• Cell Biology

• Nature Philosophy and slow friluftsliv

• Sport Management and Coaching

• Event Management

• Sport and Sustainability

• Pedagogical theory

• Research Project

• Sport for development and sustainability

• Sport and social science

• Advanced Sport Psychology

• Sport Marketing

• Sport and Sustainability

• Sport and Exercise Biology and Performance Analysis

Tuition Fees – Norwegian School of Sport Sciences offers tuition-free courses to national and international students. However, students are required to pay a semester-wise contribution depending on the course.

10. Nord University

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Business

• Biosciences and Aquaculture

• Education and Arts

• Nursing and Health Sciences

• Social Sciences

Tuition Fees – Approximately NOK 1,30,000 to NOK 2,60,000

11. University of South-Eastern Norway

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Economics

• Journalism and Politics  

• IT  

• Law

• Natural Scenes

• Social Sciences  

• History

• Engineering

• International Relations

• Medicine and Health Sciences

• Arts

Tuition Fees – Approximately NOK 80,000 to Approximately 1,50,000 

12. Ostfold University College

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Information Technology

• Engineering

• Scenic arts

Tuition Fees – Ostfold University College offers tuition-free education for national and international students. However, the students are required to pay semester-wise contribution depending on the choice of course. The student should have at least a B2 level in Norwegian language proficiency.

13. Western Norway University of Applied Sciences

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Engineering & Technology

• Business & Management

• Natural Sciences & Mathematics

• Applied Sciences & Professions

• Computer Science & IT

• Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences

• Medicine & Health

Tuition Fees - Approximately NOK 1,30,000 to NOK 5,00,000

14. Kristiania University College

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Economics

• Innovation and Technology

• Doctoral Studies

Tuition Fees – Approximately NOK 72,200 to NOK 1,02,400 

15. BI Norwegian Business School

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered 

• Communication and Culture

• Accounting and Operations Management

• Data Science and Analytics

• Economics

• Finance

• Executive MBA

• Full-Time MBA

• Leadership and Organizational Behaviour

• Marketing

• Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Tuition Fees – Approximately NOK 9,800 to NOK 17,500 

16. Norwegian School of Economics

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Business & Management Studies

• Engineering

Tuition Fees – The Norwegian School of Economics offers tuition-free education to national and international students. However, students are required to pay a semester fee of NOK 800. 

17. University Centre in Svalbard

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Arctic Biology

• Arctic Geology

• Arctic Geophysics

• Arctic Safety

• Arctic Technology

• History of Svalbard

Tuition Fees – The University centre in Svalbard doesn’t charge any tuition fees for national and international students. However, students are required to pay a semester fee of NOK 670. 

18. Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Ecology 

• Agricultural Sciences

• Psychology

• Sports

• Law

• Music

• Health Sciences

• Social Sciences

• Teacher Education 

• Language 

• Literature 

• Biotechnology 

• Film 

• Television and culture 

• Tourism 

• Animation & Game sciences 

• Economics

Tuition Fees – Approximately NOK 38,711 to NOK 1,62,169

19. VID Specialized University

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Health Studies

• Social Studies

• Theology, Diaconia and Leadership Studies

Tuition Fees – Approximately NOK 4,080 to NOK 33,150 

20. Molde University College

QS World Ranking – N/A

Courses Offered

• Logistics

• Economics and Business Administration

• Management

• Sports Sciences

• Social Sciences

• Health Sciences

• Social Care

Tuition Fees – Approximately NOK 45,000 to NOK 75,000

• Academic Qualifications: Students are required to present valid proof of academic qualification like 12th Grade results, a bachelor's or master's degree, etc. 

• English Language Proficiency: Students might need to show proficiency in English with the help of different tests like IELTS, TOEFL, etc., depending on the choice of course. 

• Standardized Tests: Students must present scores for standardized tests like GRE, GMAT, SAT or LSAT, depending on the level and requirement of the chosen course and university.  

• Statement of Purpose: Students must write a statement of purpose, stating their reason to study in a particular university. 

• Letters of Recommendation: A letter of recommendation for college admission is a short document typically written by a teacher, counsellor, or mentor highlighting the student’s strengths and potential contributions to a university.

• Financial Capacity: The students need to present proof that they have enough funds to cover tuition fees, living expenses, and other costs associated with studying in Norway. 

• Academic Transcripts: It is a certified record (inventory) of a student throughout a course of study having full enrolment history including all courses (or subjects) attempted, grades earned, and degrees and awards conferred.

• CV/Resume: While applying to universities and colleges in Norway, students are required to submit a CV (curriculum vitae) detailing their academic history, work experience (if any) and some other details.

• Accommodation: Accommodation in Norway for students can cost somewhere around NOK 3,500 to NOK 8,000 per month. This accounts for 36% of your total living expenses in Norway. 

• Food and Groceries: Food and grocery expenses for students in Norway cost around NOK 3,000 to NOK 4,500 per month. Some stores in Norway offer discounts to students. 

• Transportation: As a student in Norway, you can get access to discounts provided by the university student card for public transportation. These passes cost somewhere around NOK 630 to NOK 800 per month. 41% of the student population uses the public transport due to its student discounts and benefits.

• Books and Course Material: Books and course material costs around NOK 600 depending on your course.

• Personal expenses: Social activities and personal expenses in Norway as a student can range from NOK 600 to NOK 1600.