Countries with specific documentation requirements
In some instances, we require documents to be sent us directly from the issuing institution, please see countries with specific documentation requirements. Please make sure you have provided everything that is asked for and attach the documents requested. Preparation is key when applying for scholarships.
Master's level
| Australia | France | Italy | Tanzania |
| Cameroon | Ghana | Nepal | The Philippines |
| Canada | Greece | Nigeria | United Kingdom |
| China | India | Pakistan | Ukraine |
| Ethiopia | Iran | Russia | USA |
Recognition procedure for applicants without verifiable documentation
If you have completed education from Afghanistan, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, Yemen, Liberia, Libya, Sierra Leone or Somalia, you must apply for recognition of your education from NOKUT before you can apply for admission to the University of Oslo.
NOKUT has a specific recognition procedure for persons without verifiable documentation (the UVD-procedure).
You must have a valid residence permit in Norway in order to be eligible for the UVD-procedure.
Read more about the UVD-procedure on HK Dir's webpage.
All other countries:
All applicants must upload scanned copies of their supporting documents into "Søknadsweb", the University of Oslo's online application system. Please name your uploaded files as suggested in the tables below.
Copy of passport
Documentation of English language proficiency
Copies of transcripts/diplomas
Statement of purpose
Letter of recommendation
CV/resume
Norwegian documentation, for applicants to Norwegian language courses levels 2-3
Passport and English proficiency
| Required document | Description |
|---|---|
| Copy of passport or ID card |
Please note that only a copy of the ID-page is required. The passport must be valid for at least six months after your departure from Norway. Name the pdf file passport or idcard |
| Documentation of name change (if applicable) |
Documentation of name change must be uploaded if your name appears different in any document. Name the pdf file namechange |
| Documentation of English language proficiency |
Documentation of English language proficiency is obligatory, also for those applying for Norwegian courses. How to document English proficiency Name the pdf file english |
Secondary education
| Required document | Description |
|---|---|
| Documentation of completed secondary education |
Admission to Bachelor-level studies is based primarily on your secondary school/high school papers. A scanned copy of the original diploma/certificate must be uploaded. Name the pdf file secondary |
| Translations |
If the original language of your documents is not English, German, Danish or Swedish, an official translation made by an authorized translator must be uploaded. Please note that the original language version must always accompany the translation. Name the pdf file secondary-transl |
Higher education
| Required document | Description |
|---|---|
| Official transcript of records |
A scanned copy of the original document must be uploaded. Name the pdf file(s) bachelortranscr or mastertranscr, depending on the level |
| Final degree diploma(s)/certificate(s) |
A scanned copy of the original document must be uploaded. Name the pdf file(s) bachelor or master, depending on the level |
| Translations |
If the original language of your documents is not English, German, Danish or Swedish, an official translation made by an authorized translator must be uploaded. Please note that the original language version must always accompany the translation. Name the pdf file(s) bachelortransl or mastertransl, depending on the level |
Statement of purpose and letter of recommendation
| Required document | Description |
|---|---|
| Statement of purpose |
Your statement of purpose should be one page, typed, double spaced (max. 400 words). Tell us why the course is important to you, how it helps you fulfill future goals or how it relates to your current studies or employment. Briefly state your personal qualities that make you a good representative of your country. Applicants to Norwegian Levels 3 and 4 must write their statement of purpose in Norwegian. Name the file statement |
| Letter of recommendation |
You should submit one letter of recommendation from a person who is not related to you by blood or marriage. The referee should give information regarding your character, intellectual ability and seriousness of purpose. The letter should be written on official letterhead and must include contact information for the reference person. The letter should come from your professor, lecturer, headmaster, or your employer. Name the file recommendation |
CV
| Required document | Description |
|---|---|
| CV | Name the file CV. Please upload the CV in the application portal. |
Norwegian documentation (for Norwegian language courses levels 2-3 only)
| Required document | Description |
|---|---|
| Norwegian language |
Applicants to Norwegian language levels II, III or IV should submit a copy of transcripts or test scores of previous Norwegian courses or exams. For scholarship applicants to Levels II and III recommendations from a teacher or employer must be written on official letterhead. Name the file norwegian |
ISS Scholarship form
Guide to applying in the Application Portal
Please follow our guidelines for uploading documents.
Important about documentation:
- Upload documents preferably in PDF or JPG format in the online application portal Søknadsweb by the application deadline.
- When uploading documents, you acknowledge that the University of Oslo may contact the issuing institution for verification.
- Submission of fraudulent documents is illegal, and will be reported to the proper authorities and may lead to dismissal and loss of right to study. You are liable for uploading true and unaltered documents.