The deadline for international students (other than exchange students) to apply for undergraduate and graduate studies is 1 February each year, for the following academic year. Certified transcripts of records and previous degree diploma (in hard copy) must have been received by the University no later than 15 February. Nordic citizens are exempt and may apply for graduate studies until 15 April and for undergraduate studies until 5 June. General inquiries: admission@hi.is Admission requirements Undergraduate studies The minimum requirement for admission to the University of Iceland is an Icelandic matriculation examination (stúdentspróf) or an equivalent level of study. To see if you meet the requirements stipulated by the University of Iceland for admission to undergraduate programmes, visit the entry requirements site. Graduate studies Specific faculty rules apply regarding admission requirements for graduate studies at the Master's and doctoral levels. These rules are published in the course catalogue and on the websites of individual faculties. Language Generally speaking, programmes at the University of Iceland are taught in Icelandic. Only a limited number of programmes (mainly postgraduate) are offered entirely in English. See the International Programmes page for details. Additionally, several faculties offer individual courses taught in English. Please note that proof of English proficiency requirements may apply to applicants whose native language is not English. Further information on programmes and courses is available in the course catalogue. Applications Applicants are required to attach their latest diploma/transcript in PDF format, together with a copy of the front page of their passport. Some faculties require additional supporting documents, i.e. a statement of purpose, CV, references, etc.. Citizens of countries outside the EEA/EFTA (with the exception of the Faroe Islands and Greenland), applying for studies at the University of Iceland, are required to pay a fee of ISK 8,000 for the handling and processing of their applications. The fee is charged as part of the online application process, and is payable by credit card (VISA or Mastercard) only. The handling and processing fee is NOT refundable. The handling and processing fee for applications from citizens of countries outside EEA/EFTA (with the exception of the Faroe Islands and Greenland) is charged as authorized by Item g of Art. 24. of the Public Higher Education Institutions Act, no. 85/2008 (amended 1 July 2013). As determined by the University Council on 6 March 2014, the fee is included in the University's Tariff for various services to students etc. Applications for enrolment in Spring 2022 International students (non-exchange students) may attempt to apply for enrolment in the Spring semester 2022 (academic year 2021-2022). Applications for graduate studies must be submitted online by 15th October 2021, while online applications for undergraduate studies can be submitted until 30th November 2021. Only a limited selection of programmes is on offer. Certified transcripts of qualifications and other supporting documents must be submitted promptly to the address provided in the online application process. PLEASE NOTE: For citizens of countries outside the EEA/EFTA, the Directorate of Immigration requires that applications for residence permits (student visa) are received by the Directorate no later than 1st November 2021, in order to issue permits before the start of Spring semester classes. The University of Iceland requires three weeks to process applications AFTER supporting documents have arrived. Supporting documents must therefore ARRIVE at the University of Iceland before 10th October 2021 if you wish to be able to start your studies in January 2022. Attention: Applications for graduate studies starting in Spring 2022 can NOT be answered before 1 November 2021, because of the time required for evaluation and processing. As an alternative, we suggest that you submit an application for studies starting in the Autumn/Fall semester of 2022, see information above. Communication Portal - Online Application SPRING 2022 Registration fee The annual registration fee for the University of Iceland is ISK 75,000 The Spring semester registration fee for new students is ISK 55,000 The registration fee is NOT refundable. The fee Exchange students Please note: For information on the application process for exchange students, please see the international exchange students' website. Further information Application Registration fees Practical information emailfacebooklinkedintwitter
