BI Presidential Scholarship for free study in Norway in 2026
About BI Presidential Scholarship
BI Presidential Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship for very strong students who want to study a Master of Science degree in Norway. It is offered by BI Norwegian Business School. This scholarship is only for students with very high academic grades. It supports both Norwegian and international students. International students can also receive money for living costs. The scholarship is very competitive because many excellent students apply every year. It is given based on academic merit, not financial need. Students must first get admission to a Master’s programme and accept the offer. Only students starting in the autumn intake can apply. This scholarship helps students focus on study and build a strong future career.
Scholarship Details of BI Presidential Scholarship
- Host Country: Norway
- Host University: BI Norwegian Business School
- Scholarship Name: BI Presidential Scholarship
- Study Level: Master of Science
- Gender: Male and Female
- English Language Proof: Yes (required for admission)
- Application Deadline: March 1
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded (for tuition, plus stipend for international students)
Study Levels Covered by BI Presidential Scholarship
- Master of Science – 2 years
Fields Covered Under This Scholarship
Bachelor Degree
- Not available for this scholarship
Master Degree
- Business
- Finance
- Marketing
- Economics
- Leadership
- Strategy
- Data Science
- Accounting
- Entrepreneurship
PhD Degree
- Not available for this scholarship
Benefits of BI Presidential Scholarship
- Full tuition fee covered
- Support for 2 years
- NOK 50,000 per semester (for international students)
- Study at top business school
- Strong academic environment
Not Included in BI Presidential Scholarship
- Travel ticket
- Visa fee
- Health insurance
- Extra personal costs
- Scholarship for second master degree
Who Can Apply for BI Presidential Scholarship
- Students with GPA A or top grades
- Norwegian citizens
- International students
- Students admitted to MSc programme
- Students starting in Autumn intake
- First-time master students
Who Cannot Apply for BI Presidential Scholarship
- Students with low grades
- Students applying for second master degree
- Students not admitted to MSc
- Students who miss deadline
- Students who do not accept admission offer
Required Documents for BI Presidential Scholarship
- Online application form
- CV or resume
- Scholarship motivation letter (one page)
- Academic transcripts
- Bachelor degree certificate
- English test result (if required)
- Other admission documents
Living Costs in Norway
| Expense Type | Average Monthly Cost (NOK) |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | 5,000 – 8,000 |
| Food | 3,000 – 4,000 |
| Transport | 700 – 900 |
| Study Materials | 500 – 800 |
| Personal Expenses | 1,000 – 2,000 |
| Total (Average) | 10,000 – 15,000 |
How to Apply for BI Presidential Scholarship
- Choose a Master of Science programme
- Apply for admission online
- Prepare your CV
- Write one-page scholarship letter
- Combine CV and letter in one PDF
- Upload documents in scholarship section
- Submit complete application before March 1
- Accept admission offer
- Wait for scholarship decision
For more information, visit the BI Presidential Scholarship official website
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