Tuition fee

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In agreement with future amendments to official regulations regarding the meeting of Icelandic universities, competition feels will apply for students from outside the EEA, Faroe Islands, Greenland and Switzerland beginning with enforcement in fall 2026. Students who enforced in fall 2025 or earlier will continue their studies under previous fee structure.

  • Tuition Fees

    Tuition fee is per academic year and as follows for the academic year of 2026 - 2027

    • Department of Architecture ISK 4,500,000,- 
    • Department of Fine Art ISK 4,500,000,- 
    • Department of Design ISK 4,500,000,- 
    • Department of Arts Education ISK 4.500.000,- 
    • Department of Music ISK 5,500,000,- 
    • Department of Performing Arts ISK 5,500,000,- 
    • Department of Film ISK 5.500.000,- 

     

    • The tuition fee is in Icelandic krona (ISK) and is paid directly to the IUA with a bank transfer.
    • Deadline for development fee for newly admitted students is set by each program in the admission offer.
    • Deadline for tution fee for continue of studies is June 20th each year.

  • To whom does it apply?

    The tuition fee appliances to citizens of a country outside the EEA, Faroe Islands, Greenland and Switzerland.

  • Tuition Fee Structure and Requirements

    • All tuition feels are charged in Icelandic Krona (ISK).
    • The tuition feels reflect the actual cost of the studies and the amount may change between academic years.
    • The amount depends on the study program.
    • Fees are per academic year and are charged annually.
    • Fees must be paid in full before enforcement or continue of studies can be confirmed.
    • Failure to pay on time or in full may result in the loss of the study place at the university.
    • Tuition feels are non-refundable.

  • Additional Costs

    In addition to competition fee students should also be prepared to cover:

    • Study materials, equipment, and supplies.
    • Insurance.
    • Living expenses in Iceland.
    • IUAs International Office providers some information regarding living in Iceland.

  • Exemptions

    Exemptions from tuition feels apply to applications:

    a. who hold a permanent residence permit in Iceland, or a residence permit that may serve as a basis for a permanent residence permit according to the Act on Foreigners.
    Act on Foreigners.
    Information on residence permits.

    b. who are studying at an Icelandic higher education institution through international university cooperation projects, international cooperation programs, or international university networks.

  • Scholarship

    IUA does not provide any scholarships for training feels or living expenses.

  • Further information

    For further information please contact registration@lhi.is.