Why Study in the Nordics?
Higher Education Systems
Country | Bachelor’s | Master’s | Key Features |
Sweden | 3 years | 1-2 years | Research-intensive |
Norway | 3 years | 2 years | No tuition (public unis) |
Finland | 3-4 years | 2 years | Industry collaborations |
Denmark | 3-3.5 years | 2 years | Problem-based learning |
Iceland | 3-4 years | 2 years | Small class sizes |
Country | Professional Degrees | Duration | Key Features |
Sweden | YH Diplomas | 1-2 years | Work-integrated |
Finland | AMK Degrees | 3.5-4 years | Regional employment |
Denmark | AP Degrees | 2-2.5 years | Fast-track to jobs |
Top Institutions & Fees (2025 Non-EU)
Sweden
University | Bachelor’s (€/yr) | Master’s (€/yr) | Website |
Lund University | €9,000-12,000 | €10,000-15,000 | lu.se |
KTH Royal Institute | €12,000-15,000 | €13,000-16,000 | kth.se |
Norway (Public = Free, Private Shown)
University | Bachelor’s (€/yr) | Master’s (€/yr) | Website |
BI Norwegian | €10,000-12,000 | €12,000-15,000 | bi.edu |
University of Bergen | Free | Free | uib.no |
Finland
University | Bachelor’s (€/yr) | Master’s (€/yr) | Website |
University of Helsinki | €10,000-18,000 | €13,000-18,000 | helsinki.fi |
Aalto University | €12,000-15,000 | €15,000-18,000 | aalto.fi |
(Denmark & Iceland tables follow same format – space limits prevent full display here)
Admission Requirements (2025)
English Proficiency
Test | Bachelor’s | Master’s |
IELTS | 6.0-6.5 | 6.5-7.0 |
TOEFL iBT | 80-90 | 90-100 |
PTE | 58-65 | 65-72 |
📌 *Local language programs require B2-C1 certification*
Student Visa Essentials
Country | Financial Proof (Monthly) | Health Insurance | Processing Time |
Sweden | €860 (€10,320/yr) | Comprehensive coverage | 1-3 months |
Norway | €12,288/yr (lump sum) | NHIF (~€60/yr) | 4-8 weeks |
Finland | €560/month (€6,720/yr) | Mandatory (~€360/yr) | 1-2 months |
Denmark | €1,000/month (€12,000/yr) | Public healthcare | 2-3 months |
Work & Immigration Benefits
Benefit | Sweden | Norway | Finland | Denmark |
Work Hours/Week | 20 | 20 | 25 | 20 |
Min. Wage/Hour* | €10-12 | €15-18 | €10-13 | €15-18 |
Post-Study Visa | 12 mo. | 12 mo. | 24 mo. | 6 mo. |
PR Pathway | 4-5 yrs | 3 yrs | 4 yrs | 5 yrs |
*Approximate gross wages
(Verified with migri.fi, udi.no, migrationsverket.se, nyidanmark.dk, utl.is)
Country | Application Type | Fee (2025) | Processing Time | Work Rights During Studies |
Finland | Electronic (Adult) | €450 | 1-2 months | 30 hrs/week average (1,560 hrs/year) |
Electronic (Minor) | €270 | |||
Paper (Adult) | €550 | Full-time during holidays | ||
Paper (Minor) | €300 | |||
Sweden | Online Application | €150 | 1-3 months | 20 hrs/week |
Norway | Study Permit | €650 | 4-8 weeks | 20 hrs/week |
Denmark | Student Visa | €310 | 2-3 months | 20 hrs/week |
Iceland | Residence Permit | €85 | 6-8 weeks | 15 hrs/week |
📌 Key Changes:
Country | Monthly Amount | Annual Amount | Format Required |
Finland | €800 | €9,600 | Blocked account |
Sweden | €1,000 | €12,000 | Bank statement |
Norway | €1,300 | €15,600 | Norwegian bank deposit |
Denmark | €1,200 | €14,400 | Bank guarantee |
Iceland | €1,100 | €13,200 | Bank statement |
Country | Job Search Visa | Minimum Salary for Work Visa | PR Pathway |
Finland | 24 months | €1,500/month | 4 years (A permit) |
Sweden | 12 months | €1,300/month | 4-5 years |
Norway | 12 months | €35,719/year | 3 years |
Denmark | 6 months* | €4,300/month (extension) | 5 years |
Iceland | 6 months | €3,500/month | 7 years |
*Extendable in Denmark with job offer
Country | Non-EU Students (Annual) | EU Students (Requirements) |
Finland | €400 | EHIC valid |
Sweden | €600-1,200 | EHIC valid |
Norway | €60 (NHI) | EHIC valid |
Denmark | Free (after CPR reg.) | EHIC valid |
Iceland | €960 | EHIC valid |
D-visa available (100-day entry with residence permit) Work hour average calculated yearly (1,560 hrs total) Internships excluded from 30-hour limit if credit-bearing
New €4,300/month salary threshold for visa extension
Strict bank deposit rule: Funds must be in Norwegian account
Need Help? Contact Us- The Nordic immigration specialists:
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Official Resources
Country | Immigration Portal | Study Visa Guide |
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Note: Fees and requirements subject to change – always verify before applying.
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