Cost of Living in Norway
Norway is a high-cost country. Though Vestfold University College does not charge tuition fees, it is still quite expensive to get your education in Norway because of the living expences.
As a student you will need a minimum of approximately NOK 9 000 per month in order to cover basic expenses.
It is almost impossible for a non-Norwegian speaking student to secure part time job while in Norway and this is why you should always count on good funding from your home country.
To give you an idea of the living expenses for a student in Norway, we have put together a modest budget for one semester (all numbers are approximate):
- Housing: NOK from 14 000 to 15 000 - dependent on size and standard of the flat
- Food: NOK 12 000
- Books & Supplies: NOK 1 000- NOK 4 000
- Students are also entitled to reduced fares on public transport. Your student card also entitles you to certain discounts on cultural events.
Some sample prices:
- Accommodation (including heating): see section on Accommodation
- Restaurant in town: NOK150/USD25/EUR18
- Fast-food restaurant, such as Mac Donald's: NOK65/USD10/EUR8
- Cinema: NOK70/USD11/EUR9
- A glass of beer: NOK50/USD8/EUR6
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