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University of Oslo International Student Scholarships
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- Norway
- Region
- Europe
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The University of Oslo offers full and partial scholarships for international students looking to pursue an education and start anew in Norway.
Are you ready to write a new academic chapter?
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the University of Oslo International Student Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-oslo-international-student-scholarships/#h-benefits-of-the-university-of-oslo-international-student-scholarships)
- [Eligibility Criteria for International Students](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-oslo-international-student-scholarships/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-international-students)
- [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-oslo-international-student-scholarships/#h-how-to-apply)
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## Benefits of the University of Oslo International Student Scholarships
Under the University of Oslo International Student Scholarships, learners are given fully scholarships covering tuition fees and other miscellaneous expenses. Other forms of the scholarship can also take form through a 50% tuition discount.
## Eligibility Criteria for International Students
In order to qualify for a scholarship from the University of Oslo, please take note of the following prerequisites:
- Citizens from countries in Africa, Asia, Oceania, Central America or South America may apply for full or partial scholarships for Master’s courses.
- Candidates must demonstrate that their academic and professional background are the same as the course they are applying for. For example, a person with an engineering degree will not be considered for a course in human rights or peace studies.
- Applicants who are enrolled at one of UiO’s partner institutions in Central America and South America may also apply for both full and partial scholarships for Master’s courses.
**Criteria for Selection:**
All eligible candidates who apply for the University of Oslo International Scholarships at will be subjected to certain screening to eventually shortlist successful candidates. If you are applying, then you should ensure:
- That you meet the academic requirements
- Outstanding academic results
- That your academic background is relevant to the course you apply for (see course descriptions for more information)
- That your professional background is relevant to the course you apply for
## How to Apply
All applications for international scholarships at the University of Oslo must be submitted online through the scholarship website. Interested candidates should visit the university’s website to review the scholarship [terms and conditions](http://www.uio.no/english/studies/summerschool/admission/scholarships/terms-conditions/index.html) before continuing to apply for a scholarship using the provided link.
Visit [the UiO website](http://www.uio.no/english/studies/summerschool/admission/scholarships/index.html) for additional information.
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Willing to study in Norway
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the University of Oslo International Student Scholarships?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the the stated level level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Norway for the duration of the programme.
Is the University of Oslo International Student Scholarships fully funded?+
Funding model: Partial. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.