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About UI
University of Iceland (UI) — public non-profit university. It is located in Reykjavik, Iceland. As an active member of European University Association (EUA), Utrecht Network, UI is participating in developing the academic environment.
It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2024, it is among top-1200. The university is in top-500 of the independent international ranking THE.
UI does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor and master programs.
- Location
- Reykjavik, Iceland
- Establishment year
- 1911
- Students
- 10,670
- International students
- 1,081
- Female students
- 67%
- Acceptance rate
- 90%
Place in ratings
- Rating QS
- 2024#1201-1400
- Rating THE
- 2024#501-600
UI tuition fees
The academic calendar at UI is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in Iceland. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. In Iceland, students do not pay tuition fees at public universities, so studying at UI is free. You will only need to pay semester fees. Thanks to financial support programs, students have the opportunity to fully or partially cover the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
Accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses are all things to consider before applying to university.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
Study programs at UI
Education & Training
International Studies in Education
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
German Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Danish
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
English
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
French Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Italian Studies
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Japanese Language and Culture
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Tourism Studies
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Education & Training
International Studies in Education
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Law
Natural Resources Law and International Environmental Law
- Study degree
- LLM
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Gerontology
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Medical Life Sciences
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Public Health Sciences
- Study degree
- MPH
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Economics & Business Management
International Affairs
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Public Health Sciences
- Study degree
- MPH
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Engineering & Technology
Bioengineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Civil Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Computational Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering Physics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Geography
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Geophysics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Global Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Historical Archaeology
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
International Affairs
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Aquatic Biology and Fisheries
- Study form
- Full-time
Biology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Earth Sciences
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Environment and Natural Resources
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Agriculture & Forestry
Aquatic Biology and Fisheries
- Study form
- Full-time
Aquatic Food Production - Safety and Quality
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Biology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Applied Statistics
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Geography
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Software Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
Applied Inter-American Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
English
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Global Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Historical Archaeology
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Inter-American Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Applied Biotechnology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Statistics
- Study form
- Full-time
Aquatic Biology and Fisheries
- Study form
- Full-time
Biochemistry
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Bioengineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Anthropology
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Food Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Literature, Culture and Media
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
The Small State Studies - Small States in the International Systems
- Study degree
- Postgraduate Diploma
- Study form
- Full-time
Bachelor degree at UI
11 years of school is not enough to get into UI. Since students study longer in Iceland, you must first eliminate the academic difference — study for a year at a university in your home country, or take one of the preparatory programs (A-Levels, IB, Foundation, etc.). Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS or TOEFL exam. The minimum TOEFL score is 78. The IELTS score is not lower than 6.5.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 78
Master's degree at UI
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 79 or higher.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 79
- TOEFL PBT
- 570
UI campus
The campus of the educational institution is located in Reykjavik. This opens up all the delights of life in a big city for students: a rich infrastructure, a large selection of entertainment, convenient transport, as well as more opportunities for internships or part-time jobs. However, for some students, such an abundance of opportunities can be distracting. The educational institution has its own library. Here, students do their homework or just have a good time reading an interesting book. Student life at UI is filled with intercultural activities, as not only local students study here, but also students from abroad. The exchange of knowledge and experience, networking and new acquaintances — all this is an integral part of studenthood.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
There are many options to stay in the country after completing your studies at the university. One of them is to get an offer from an employer and apply for a work visa. Detailed information can be found on the embassy website. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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