The Icelandic Government Scholarships support international students pursuing the BA programme in Icelandic as a Second Language at the University of Iceland, Reykjavík. The program is administered by the Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies and offers about 12 scholarships annually for the academic year September 1 – May 31.
When is the Application Deadline:
🗓️ December 1, 2025 (applications must be postmarked by this date; email applications are not accepted).
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Which Fields are Eligible?
🎓 BA in Icelandic as a Second Language (within the School of Humanities, University of Iceland).
Type:
Undergraduate scholarship (BA studies).
Who can Apply?
- Students who have completed at least one year of university studies in humanities.
- Applicants with basic knowledge of Icelandic (equivalent to Icelandic Online 1 & 2).
- Proficiency in English (used as a secondary instructional language).
- Preference given to candidates under 35 years of age.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Applications are reviewed by a special selection committee.
- Selection is based on academic merit, language preparedness, and supporting documents.
- Decisions are announced in January 2026.
- Successful applicants must then separately apply for admission to the University of Iceland by February 15, 2026.
- Online admission exams to assess Icelandic knowledge will be held in June 2026.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Nationals of the following are eligible:
- Austria
- Bulgaria
- Canada
- China
- Croatia
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Faroe Islands
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Netherlands
- Hungary
- Italy
- Japan
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Norway
- Poland
- Russia
- Slovakia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- United Kingdom
- United States
📌 Applicants from the U.S. must apply through the U.S. Fulbright Program.
Where will the Award be Taken?
📍 University of Iceland, Reykjavík
How Many Awards?
Approximately 12 scholarships are offered annually.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- 📚 Full coverage of registration fees at the University of Iceland.
- 💰 Monthly stipend (September–April) for room & board for one person.
- 🏠 Option to rent rooms in the Gamli Garður student dormitory at affordable rates.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- One academic year (September 1 – May 31).
- Renewable for up to three (3) years if the recipient reapplies and meets program requirements.
How to Apply:
- Download and complete the official application form from the Árni Magnússon Institute website.
- Submit the following documents (in English, Icelandic, or another Scandinavian language):
- CV
- Certified transcripts & diplomas with grades
- Two recommendation letters from academic supervisors
- Certification of English proficiency
- Copy of passport
- Applications must be sent by post only to:
Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies, Edda, Arngrímsgata 5, 107 Reykjavík, Iceland - ❌ Email applications will not be accepted.
