Managing your funds
Finding a job is very difficult, so we highly recommend that you create a monthly budget using your own funds (personal or scholarship funds) and track your expenses if needed.
To live comfortably in Norway, you should have at least NOK 12.000-14.000 per month. Non-EU/EEA students (exchange and full-degree) must prove they have sufficient funds for admission. This is not required for exchange students on grants from an EU/EEA institution.
Scholarships and grants
The University of Inland Norway (INN) does not offer scholarships or grants to exchange students.
Exchange students must check with their home institution whether they qualify for any university/college scholarships or regional/governmental/other scholarships. The home institution should be able to guide you on this matter.
Student Budget
Recommended monthly budget
- Accommodation - starting from NOK 4.500-6.000 (on-campus housing)
- Food and transportation - NOK 2.500
- Books and supplies - NOK 1.500
- Gym, entertainment, health care, etc. - NOK 2.500
These estimated costs will vary according to the type of accommodation (and where the accommodation is located), books/supplies needed, etc. It is recommended that students budget their expenses during their exchange or studies.
Working in the home country
It can be extremely challenging to find a job in Norway, especially for exchange students staying one semester. Students are therefore highly recommended to find a job in their home country prior to travelling to Norway, in order to save up before their exchange.
How to find a job in Norway
Getting a job during your stay in Norway is possible, but it is not recommended if you plan to stay only for one semester. Finding a job and acquiring everything you need to receive your first salary can be extensive and take several months. Furthermore, many companies require their employees to speak Norwegian so finding a suitable job can be challenging. It is therefore highly recommended that students staying only one semester in Norway try to find a part-time job in their home country before travelling to Norway.