Practical information for new students
Housing
Students participating in the Nordplus programme, Erasmus programme or quota programme is guaranteed housing in a single room in one of the student dormitory halls. Other students will have to find a place to live themselves.
Fees
The Norwegian School of Sport Sciences does not charge tuition fees. Students are required however to pay a registration fee of NOK 440 each semester. NORDPLUS and ERASMUS students are exepted from paying the semester fee.
Important
Students are strongly advised to insure all valuables (cameras, stereos, personal computers, etc.) against theft in student dormitory halls. Insurance can also be purchased at a reasonable cost once in Norway.
Academic calendar
The academic year at school is divided into two semesters:
Autumn semester: August 12 - December 20
Spring semester: January 5 - June 15
Holidays
Summer holiday lasts from June 15 to August 12.
Christmas holiday lasts from December 20 to January 3.
Easter holday lasts from the Monday after Palm Sunday until the Tuesday after Easter Sunday.