Study in Iceland

Discover leading Icelandic universities offering innovative education, research excellence, unique learning experiences, and globally recognized degrees in a safe academic environment.

Leading Universities in Iceland

University of Iceland (Háskóli Íslands)

Comprehensive research university with strong programs in Arctic studies and volcanology. Home to about 14,000 students.

Reykjavik University (RU)

Iceland’s leading tech university with strong industry connections and startup incubators. About 3,800 students.

University of Akureyri (Háskólinn á Akureyri)

Small university (1,800 students) with excellent nursing and Arctic studies programs in Iceland’s ‘Northern Capital.’

Hólar University

Unique university (300 students) specializing in Icelandic horse breeding, aquaculture, and sustainable tourism in historic Hólar.

Iceland University of the Arts (Listaháskóli Íslands)

Small (400 students) but influential arts school producing many of Iceland’s renowned artists and designers.

Bifröst University

Small (1,000 students) business-focused university in scenic rural location, strong in entrepreneurship.

Agricultural University of Iceland

Small (400 students) but crucial institution for Iceland’s agricultural sector and sustainable land use research.