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URI Exchange Programs

Norway

Buskerud University College

Buskerud University College is a mid-sized Norwegian College with 3 locations, Hønefoss and Kongsberg, Drammen (all about 1 hour from capital, Oslo). Campuses are located within walking distance from the city centers. The countryside in the Ringerike area is dramatic and easily accessible, making it ideal for a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, skiing, and hang gliding. Both Hønefoss and Kongsberg have lively cultural scenes and are host to numerous festivals year round.

Eligibility Requirements

  • 2.5 G.P.A.

Tuition and Expenses*

  • Program Fee (URI In-State Tuition & Fees)
  • Estimated Room & Board $4750
  • Off-Campus fee $336
  • Administrative fee $350
  • Insurance $973**

*NOTE: fees are subject to change
**May be waived with proof of own insurance and completion of waiver form

Room and Board

  • Students are housed in furnished apartments within walking distance to campus
  • Apartments are self-catered

Courses Available
Business Administration Hønefoss (Fall Semester Only)

  • Intro to Marketing
  • Organizations & Management
  • Intro to Operations Management
  • International Management
  • Entrepreneurship

Political Science - Advanced Courses Kongsberg (Spring Semester Only)

  • Public Policies & Public Administration
  • Comparative Politics
  • International Relations & Politics
  • Human Rights Studies
  • Multiculturalism-Multicultural Understanding

Norwegian Culture & Language

Program Duration  
Fall
August - December
Spring
January - June
Application Deadline
Fall
March 15th
Spring
October 1st

 NOTE: Interested students should make an appointment with Tom Hospod in the Office of International Education.

 

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