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Can I Afford to Study in Norway?

Calculate complete Year 1 tuition, living expenses, visa fees, and realistic part-time earnings converted into NPR.

Currency: NOK (1 NOK ≈ 12.8 NPR)
Work Cap: 20 hrs/week
Post-Study Visa: 1 Years
Data Status: Verified 2026

Your InputsNPR Conversions

Current bank deposit, loan approval, or liquid funds ready for Year 1.

Amount parents or sponsors in Nepal will send monthly.

Calculated at realistic ~190 NOK/hr wage with a 30% buffer for exam periods.

Norway is Financially Viable

Estimated Year 1 Total Expenditure: NPR 38,89,920

Year 1 Financial Summary

Annual TuitionNPR 14,72,000
Year 1 Living ExpensesNPR 19,89,120
Upfront One-Time Costs (Visas, Deposits)NPR 4,28,800
Total Year 1 ExpenditureNPR 38,89,920
Your Total Year 1 CoverageNPR 42,69,134
— Incl. Part-Time Earnings (Year 1)NPR 17,69,134
Net SurplusNPR 3,79,214

Monthly Living Breakdown~12,950 NOK/mo

Rent (midpoint)
NPR 89,600
7,000 NOK/mo
Groceries
NPR 44,800
3,500 NOK/mo
Transport
NPR 10,880
850 NOK/mo
Utilities
NPR 15,360
1,200 NOK/mo
Health Insurance
NPR 5,120
400 NOK/mo

Upfront One-Time Costs

UDI Residence Permit Fee
Paid online during UDI application
NPR 83,200
6,500 NOK
Deposit for HousingRefundable
Refundable upon lease end
NPR 1,92,000
15,000 NOK
TB Test & Flight from KTM
Flight & medicals from Nepal
NPR 1,53,600
12,000 NOK

Studying in Norway: Tuition Costs, Living Expenses & Financial Planning for Nepali Students

Norway has historically been one of the top European destinations for international students. While tuition was previously free for all students, starting in Autumn 2023 public universities in Norway introduced tuition fees for non-EU/EEA students. Fees typically range between 80,000 NOK to 150,000 NOK per academic year depending on the institution and programme.

Living costs in Norway are among the highest in Europe. A student living in Oslo or Bergen should budget approximately 11,000 to 14,000 NOK per month for housing, food, public transit, and personal expenses. Rent for a shared student apartment (Silo/SSN housing) usually ranges between 5,500 NOK and 8,500 NOK per month including utilities.

International students on a UDI student residence permit are legally permitted to work up to 20 hours per week during term time and 40 hours per week during official semester breaks. With typical student wages starting at 180 to 190 NOK per hour, working part-time can cover a substantial portion of your monthly living expenses, though initial tuition must be proved upfront for visa approval.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do public universities in Norway charge tuition to Nepali students?
Yes. Since Autumn 2023, public universities in Norway charge tuition to non-EU/EEA students. Fees range from 80,000 to 150,000 NOK per year.
How much money is needed for the UDI Norway student visa deposit?
You must document at least 137,907 NOK (approx. 13.7 Lakhs NPR) for living expenses in a Norwegian bank or university deposit account for a full academic year.

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