Norway Mobility Scholarships 2026
The Norway Mobility Scholarships provide an excellent opportunity for international Master's and PhD students to conduct short-term research in Norway. The program is designed to support students whose academic work focuses on Norwegian language, literature, history, culture, society, or other related Scandinavian studies by enabling them to collaborate with Norwegian universities and research institutions.
Through financial support for travel and living expenses, the scholarship allows researchers to access specialized academic resources, archives, libraries, and expert supervision while strengthening international research cooperation.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Norway
- Scholarship Name: Norway Mobility Scholarships
- Degree Level: Master's and PhD
- Scholarship Type: Research Mobility Grant
- Eligible Nationalities: International Students
- Research Stay Duration: 1 to 3 Months
- Travel Grant: Up to NOK 3,000 (Europe) or NOK 6,000 (Outside Europe)
- Monthly Living Allowance: Provided according to Norwegian government funding rates
- Host Institutions: Norwegian universities and research institutes
Degree Level
The scholarship is available for:
- Master's Degree Students
- Doctoral (PhD) Students
Applicants must be enrolled at a university outside Norway.
Available Subjects
Priority is given to research projects in:
- Norwegian Language
- Norwegian Literature
- Norwegian Culture
- Norwegian History
- Norwegian Society
- Scandinavian Studies
- Nordic Studies
- Cultural Heritage Studies
- Linguistics
- Comparative Nordic Research
Applicants from other academic disciplines may also be considered if their research has a significant focus on Norway.
Benefits
Selected candidates can receive:
- Travel grant of up to NOK 3,000 for applicants from Europe
- Travel grant of up to NOK 6,000 for applicants from outside Europe
- Monthly living allowance during the research stay
- Access to Norwegian universities and research facilities
- Opportunity to collaborate with leading Norwegian academics
- Access to libraries, archives, and specialized research resources
- Enhanced international research experience
Eligible Nationalities
The scholarship is open to:
- International students enrolled at universities outside Norway
There are no restrictions based on nationality as long as applicants meet the eligibility requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled in a Master's or PhD program outside Norway
- Conduct research related to Norwegian or Scandinavian studies
- Secure an invitation or support from a Norwegian host institution
- Demonstrate the academic value of the proposed research stay
- Obtain support from their home university
- Meet all scholarship application requirements
Duration of the Scholarship
The funded research stay may last:
- Minimum: 1 month
- Maximum: 3 months
The duration should align with the objectives of the proposed research project.
Application Procedure
Required Documents
Applicants are generally required to submit:
- Research project proposal
- Letter of support from their home university
- Invitation letter from a Norwegian university or research institution
- Academic recommendation letter
- Passport copy
- Completed scholarship application form
Additional documents may be requested depending on the host institution.
Application Process
To apply for the Norway Mobility Scholarship:
- Identify a suitable Norwegian university or research institution.
- Contact a potential academic supervisor or host researcher.
- Obtain an invitation letter from the host institution.
- Prepare a detailed research proposal outlining objectives and methodology.
- Collect supporting documents from your home university.
- Complete the scholarship application and submit all required materials before the deadline.
Why Apply for the Norway Mobility Scholarship?
The scholarship offers researchers the opportunity to conduct fieldwork and collaborate with experts in one of Europe's leading research environments. By studying in Norway, students gain access to valuable academic resources and international networks that can significantly enhance the quality of their Master's thesis or doctoral dissertation.
For students specializing in Norwegian language, literature, history, culture, sustainability, or Nordic studies, this program provides direct exposure to the country's academic institutions and research infrastructure.
