Universities in Norway
Explore top-rated universities and colleges in Norway. Discover rankings, campus details, and key information about top Norwegian higher education institutions to help you choose the best place to study.
Norway is home to 54 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 19 cities. Of these, 26 are public and 16 are private institutions. The highest-ranked institution is Universitetet i Oslo (world rank #169). The oldest dates back to 1811. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many universities are there in Norway?
Our directory lists 54 universities and colleges in Norway across 19 cities. You can filter them by control type, campus setting, and more.
Which is the top-ranked university in Norway?
Based on world ranking, Universitetet i Oslo is the highest-ranked institution in Norway in our directory (world rank #169).
Are there public and private universities in Norway?
Yes. Norway has 26 public and 16 private institutions in our directory. Public universities are typically state-funded, while private institutions are independently run.
How do I choose the right university in Norway?
Compare institutions by world and country ranking, location, campus setting (urban, suburban, or rural), and control type. Open any university profile for detailed admission information, programs, and fees.
What is the difference between an urban and a rural campus?
An urban campus sits in or near a city, putting internships, public transport, and cultural life within easy reach, though living costs are often higher. A rural or suburban campus offers a quieter, community-focused environment with more space and typically lower costs. Use the Campus Type filter to match the setting to your lifestyle.
Top Universities in Norway
Universitetet i Oslo
Oslo, Oslo, Norway
Norges teknisk-naturvitenskaplige universitet
Trondheim, Trøndelag, Norway
Universitetet i Bergen
Bergen, Vestland, Norway
UiT The Arctic University of Norway
Tromsø, Troms, Norway
OsloMet – Oslo Metropolitan University
Oslo, Oslo, Norway
Norwegian University of Life Sciences
Ås, Akershus, Norway
University of Stavanger
Stavanger, Rogaland, Norway
University of Agder
Kristiansand, Agder, Norway
Østfold University College
Halden, Østfold, Norway
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences
Bergen, Vestland, Norway
Kristiania University College
Oslo, Oslo, Norway
University of South-Eastern Norway
Kongsberg, Buskerud, Norway
Nord University
Bodø, Nordland, Norway
BI Norwegian Business School
Oslo, Oslo, Norway
Norwegian School of Sport Sciences
Oslo, Oslo, Norway
University of Inland Norway
Elverum, Innlandet, Norway
Norwegian School of Economics
Bergen, Vestland, Norway
VID vitenskapelige høgskole
Oslo, Oslo, Norway
Molde University College
Molde, Møre og Romsdal, Norway
NLA University College
Bergen, Vestland, Norway
