Students who want to study subjects taught in Norwegian normally complete a minimum of two years of Norwegian language before going to Bergen. Selection for the program is based on written recommendations, a personal interview, and a language proficiency evaluation by the UO professor of Norwegian. Students from other universities can participate in this program, but must be admitted to the UO before the exchange begins, and are expected to continue at the UO after completing a semester or year at the University of Bergen. The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. The application deadline is March 1 of the year preceding departure.
Early application is advised.
Semester exams, similar to those given at the University of Oregon, are given in some of the science courses. The results of all exams will be sent to the University of Oregon where the students' course work will be reviewed and evaluated. Equivalent course numbers will be assigned at that time and course names, numbers, credits and grades will appear on each student's transcripts and will apply to University of Oregon degrees. Dormitory rooms are usually single occupancy and have a private bath. Kitchens are shared with six to eight other students on the floor and often serves as a social gathering place.