The Norwegian Quota Scholarship Scheme is a government-funded program that provides full financial support for students from developing countries to pursue higher education in Norway. This program aims to promote international cooperation and capacity building in developing nations.
Full funding for undergraduate studies at Norwegian universities
3-4 years
Tuition, living expenses, travel, and health insurance
Complete funding for graduate studies in Norway
2 years
Full tuition, monthly stipend, and accommodation
Research funding for doctoral studies in Norway
3-4 years
Full funding including research costs and living expenses
The Norwegian Quota Scholarship Scheme is available to students from the following developing countries:
Must be a citizen of an eligible developing country
Must have completed secondary education (for bachelor's) or bachelor's degree (for master's)
Must meet English language proficiency requirements
Must be under 35 years old (for master's programs)
Must not have studied in Norway before
Must demonstrate financial need
Verify that you are a citizen of an eligible country and meet all the basic requirements. Check the official Study in Norway website for the most current eligibility criteria.
Select a Norwegian university and academic program that participates in the Quota Scheme. Not all programs are available under this scholarship, so check the official list.
Complete the online application through the Norwegian university's portal. Include all required documents such as transcripts, recommendation letters, and English proficiency test scores.
The selection process typically takes several months. Successful candidates will be notified by the university and will receive detailed information about their scholarship package.
The Norwegian Quota Scholarship Scheme is a government-funded program that provides full financial support for students from developing countries to study at Norwegian universities. It covers tuition, living expenses, travel, and health insurance.
The Norwegian Quota Scholarship is highly competitive, with thousands of applications for limited spots. Selection is based on academic merit, potential contribution to development in your home country, and the relevance of your chosen field of study.
The scholarship covers full tuition fees, a monthly living allowance (approximately NOK 12,000), travel expenses to and from Norway, and health insurance. It also includes a one-time settling-in allowance.
Yes, international students in Norway can work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) during the academic year and full-time during holidays. However, the scholarship is designed to cover your living expenses.
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