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Bifröst University

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world rank  6271

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Overview

Founded in 1918, the Háskólinn á Bifröst (Bifröst University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Borgarnes (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Western Region. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Universities, Industry and Innovation of Iceland, Háskólinn á Bifröst (Bifröst) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational Icelandic higher education institution. Háskólinn á Bifröst (Bifröst) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 106-year-old Icelandic higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this Icelandic higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Bifröst also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Bifröst University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Bifröst University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Bifröst University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Bifröst University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Profile

Name (English)
Name Bifröst University
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Campus Location

Address Bakkakot 2
Borgarnes
311 Western Region
Iceland
Bifröst University Phone Number +354 433 3000
Bifröst University Fax Number +354 433 3001

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Bifröst University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Bifröst University's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Bifröst University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Bifröst University.

Bifröst University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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Admission Info

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic Bifröst University's admission information.

Bifröst University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Bifröst University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Bifröst University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Bifröst University's acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this institution a very selective higher education institution.


Bifröst University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Bifröst University's Admission Office Admission Office

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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Bifröst University.

Bifröst University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Bifröst University has an enrollment range of 500-999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Bifröst University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


Bifröst University's Control Type Control Type

Bifröst University is a private higher education institution.


Bifröst University's Entity Type Entity Type

Bifröst University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Bifröst University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


Bifröst University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Continuous type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Bifröst University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Bifröst University's main facilities:


Bifröst University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Bifröst University's Library


Bifröst University's Housing University Housing

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Bifröst University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Bifröst University's main services:


Bifröst University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

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Bifröst University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Bifröst University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Bifröst University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Bifröst University's Career Services Career Services

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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Bifröst University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Bifröst University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministry of Universities, Industry and Innovation of Iceland

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1990


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Divisions

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Bifröst University's Instagram page Bifröst University's official Instagram channel

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Free Online Courses

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