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About University <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">The <strong>university of iceland</strong> (</span><a title="Icelandic language" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Icelandic_language"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">icelandic</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">: </span><em><span lang="IS" style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-ansi-language: IS;">háskóli íslands</span></em><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;"> </span><a title="Help:IPA/Icelandic" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Help:IPA/Icelandic"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">[ˈhauːˌskouːlɪ ˈistlan(t)s]</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">) is a </span><a title="Public university" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">public</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;"> </span><a title="Research university" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Research_university"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">research university</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;"> in </span><a title="Reykjavík" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reykjav%C3%ADk"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">reykjavík</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">, </span><a title="Iceland" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iceland"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">iceland</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">, and the country's oldest and largest </span><a title="Institution of higher education" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Institution_of_higher_education"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">institution of higher education</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">. Founded in 1911, it has grown steadily from a small civil servants' school to a modern </span><a title="Comprehensive university" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comprehensive_university"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">comprehensive university</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">, providing instruction for about 14,000 students in twenty-five faculties. Teaching and research is conducted in </span><a title="Social sciences" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_sciences"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">social sciences</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">, </span><a title="Humanities" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humanities"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">humanities</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">, </span><a title="Law" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Law"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">law</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">, </span><a title="Medicine" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medicine"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">medicine</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">, </span><a title="Natural sciences" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natural_sciences"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">natural sciences</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">, </span><a title="Engineering" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engineering"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">engineering</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;"> and </span><a title="Teacher education" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teacher_education"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">teacher education</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">. It has a campus concentrated around <em>suðurgata</em> street in central reykjavík, with additional facilities located in nearby areas as well as in the countryside.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">The university of iceland was founded by the </span><a title="Alþingi" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al%C3%BEingi"><em><span lang="IS" style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-ansi-language: IS;">alþingi</span></em></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;"> on 17 june 1911, uniting three former post-secondary institutions: <em>prestaskólinn</em>, <em>læknaskólinn</em> and <em>lagaskólinn</em>, which taught theology, medicine and law, respectively. The university originally had only faculties for these three fields, in addition to a faculty of </span><a title="Humanities" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humanities"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">humanities</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">. During its first year of operation, 45 students were enrolled. The first </span><a title="Rector (academia)" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rector_(academia)"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">rector</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;"> of the university was </span><a title="Björn M. Ólsen" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bj%C3%B6rn_M._%C3%93lsen"><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">björn m. Ólsen</span></a><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">, a professor in the faculty of humanities</span></p>

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Admission Eligibility <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;" border="1"><colgroup><col style="width: 99.8922%;"></colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">To be eligible for admission to the university of iceland, you must meet the following requirements:</p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>High school diploma</strong></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">You must have completed a high school diploma or equivalent exam. </p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>English proficiency</strong></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">If your native language is not english, you must provide proof of english proficiency. You can do this by submitting toefl scores of at least 79 or ielts scores of at least 6.5. </p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Application</strong></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">You must complete an online application form, submit your cv, and pay the application fee. </p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Supporting documents</strong></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">You must submit a letter of motivation, grade transcripts, two letters of recommendation, and your passport. </p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Program-specific requirements</strong></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Some programs may have additional requirements or entrance exams. For example, programs in medical sciences, economics, and law may have additional requirements. </p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Postgraduate education</strong></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">You must have a bachelor's degree in a subject that is similar to the postgraduate degree you are applying for. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Admission requirements may vary between universities in iceland</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p>

Fees Structures <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;" border="1"><colgroup><col style="width: 99.8922%;"></colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">The university of iceland (ui) does not charge tuition for medical programs, but students must pay an annual registration fee. Students may also need to pay additional fees for processing, leave of absence, and other reasons. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><strong>Registration fees</strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">The annual registration fee is isk 75,000, which is about us\$520 </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Students from outside the eu/eea may need to pay an additional application fee </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Students may need to pay additional fees for processing, leave of absence, and other reasons </li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><strong>Other costs</strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Students may need to pay for health insurance, study materials, and personal expenses </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Students may need to pay for a residence permit if applicable </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Students may need to prepare for living costs, such as accommodation and food</li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p>

Scholarship <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;" border="1"><colgroup><col style="width: 99.8922%;"></colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">The university of iceland offers a number of scholarships for students, including scholarships for masters programs, icelandic language scholarships, and other scholarships. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><strong>Master's program scholarships </strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>National science scholarship</strong>: a scholarship for masters programs offered by the agency for science technology and research</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Richard a. Freund international scholarship</strong>: a scholarship for masters programs</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Isc2 graduate scholarships</strong>: a scholarship for graduate programs</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Jn tata endowment loan scholarship</strong>: a scholarship for masters programs</li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><strong>Icelandic language scholarships </strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Icelandic government scholarships programme</strong>: a scholarship for foreign students studying icelandic language, literature, and history</li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><strong>Other scholarships </strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Women in finance scholarship by numerix</strong>: a scholarship for women in finance</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Qalaa holdings scholarships</strong>: a scholarship for egyptian students</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Sawiris arts and culture scholarship (sacs)</strong>: a scholarship for arts and culture</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Firstrand laurie dippenaar scholarship</strong>: a scholarship for south africans</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Nac arts scholarship</strong>: a scholarship for arts</li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><strong>Some tips for getting a study abroad scholarship include: </strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Researching scholarships</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Contacting the scholarship funder</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Preparing a resume</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Adding references</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Keeping track of your progress</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Maintaining good grades</li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> </span></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p>

Documents Required for Admission <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;" border="1"><colgroup><col style="width: 99.8922%;"></colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">To apply to the university of iceland, you'll need to provide the following documents: </p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Application form</strong>: complete the online application form </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Proof of identity</strong>: provide your passport or national identity card </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Academic records</strong>: submit copies of your diplomas, certificates, and academic transcripts </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Proof of english proficiency</strong>: provide toefl or ielts scores </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Proof of financial support</strong>: provide documents that show you can support your stay in iceland </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Letters of recommendation</strong>: provide one or more letters of recommendation from past teachers or employers </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Letter of intent</strong>: provide a letter of intent or motivation </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Curriculum vitae</strong>: provide your cv </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Proof of payment</strong>: provide proof of payment for the application fee </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Health insurance confirmation</strong>: provide confirmation of health insurance </li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Confirmation of admission</strong>: provide confirmation of admission to the study program </li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">You may also need to provide a birth certificate, recent photos, and travel insurance.</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p>

Why Choose University <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;" border="1"><colgroup><col style="width: 99.8922%;"></colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <td> <div class="WaaZC"> <div class="RJPOee EIJn2"> <div class="rPeykc" data-hveid="CAYQAQ" data-ved="2ahUKEwjPlIq1mM-LAxWdbWwGHYSkOosQo_EKegQIBhAB"><span data-huuid="17150292388824523221">The University of Iceland is a top university in Iceland that <mark class="QVRyCf">offers high-quality academic programs, research opportunities, and a supportive environment for students</mark>.<span class="UV3uM"> </span></span> <div class="NPrrbc" data-cid="5d98ef01-af73-4c1b-b4f9-a4c2b99d8e1a" data-uuids="17150292388824523221"> <div class="BMebGe btku5b fCrZyc LwdV0e FR7ZSc OJeuxf" tabindex="0" role="button" aria-label="View related links" data-hveid="CAUQAg" data-ved="2ahUKEwjPlIq1mM-LAxWdbWwGHYSkOosQ3fYKegQIBRAC"> <div class="niO4u"> <div class="kHtcsd"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="WaaZC"> <div class="RJPOee EIJn2"> <div class="rPeykc uP58nb" data-hveid="CAIQAQ" data-ved="2ahUKEwjPlIq1mM-LAxWdbWwGHYSkOosQo_EKegQIAhAB"><strong><span data-huuid="17150292388824526042"><span role="heading" aria-level="2">Academic excellence</span><span class="UV3uM"> </span></span></strong></div> </div> </div> <div class="WaaZC"> <div class="RJPOee EIJn2"> <ul data-hveid="CA8QAQ" data-ved="2ahUKEwjPlIq1mM-LAxWdbWwGHYSkOosQm_YKegQIDxAB"> <li><span data-huuid="17150292388824524767">Offers high-quality academic programs in a variety of fields</span></li> <li><span data-huuid="17150292388824523917">Known for innovative teaching methods</span></li> <li><span data-huuid="17150292388824523067">Has a strong reputation in the international scientific community</span></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="WaaZC"> <div class="RJPOee EIJn2"> <div class="rPeykc uP58nb" data-hveid="CBcQAQ" data-ved="2ahUKEwjPlIq1mM-LAxWdbWwGHYSkOosQo_EKegQIFxAB"><strong><span data-huuid="16844527965308040234"><span role="heading" aria-level="2">Research opportunities</span><span class="UV3uM"> </span></span></strong></div> </div> </div> <div class="WaaZC"> <div class="RJPOee EIJn2"> <ul data-hveid="CBwQAQ" data-ved="2ahUKEwjPlIq1mM-LAxWdbWwGHYSkOosQm_YKegQIHBAB"> <li><span data-huuid="16844527965308039415">Students can participate in cutting-edge projects</span></li> <li><span data-huuid="16844527965308042965">Students can collaborate with experienced researchers</span></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div id="_IIW1Z8-EPJ3bseMPhMnq2Qg_22"></div> <div class="WaaZC"> <div class="RJPOee EIJn2"> <div class="rPeykc uP58nb" data-hveid="CCMQAQ" data-ved="2ahUKEwjPlIq1mM-LAxWdbWwGHYSkOosQo_EKegQIIxAB"><strong><span data-huuid="6033603371194778721"><span role="heading" aria-level="2">Multicultural environment</span><span class="UV3uM"> </span></span></strong></div> </div> </div> <div class="WaaZC"> <div class="RJPOee EIJn2"> <ul data-hveid="CCYQAQ" data-ved="2ahUKEwjPlIq1mM-LAxWdbWwGHYSkOosQm_YKegQIJhAB"> <li><span data-huuid="6033603371194780738">Welcomes students from all over the world</span></li> <li><span data-huuid="6033603371194779352">Creates a diverse and inclusive community on campus</span></li> </ul> </div> </div> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p>