University of Akureyri

Located in Akureyri, IS

University of Akureyri

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University of Akureyri is a higher education institution in Akureyri, Iceland. Its academic offer includes structured degree pathways, student support services, and clear admissions routes. Many students choose it for a balance of academic training, practical learning, and a diverse campus experience. Prospective students can use official university resources to compare programmes and plan next steps.

Rankings
#3 (National rank)

National rank

Ranked #3 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org

National rank

Ranked #3 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org

World rank

Ranked #4761 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org

World rank

Ranked #4761 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org

Incoming Erasmus
73+ Students/Year
Semester Dates
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Autumn Term

14 Sept - 5 Feb

Spring Term

15 Feb - 2 Jul

Drinks
Pint 🍺: €6.8Wine 🍷: €8.5
Tuition (EU / Non-EU) (EST.)
1150 € / 1450 €
Monthly Rent (Est.)
725 €
On-Campus Housing
❌ None
Erasmus student network
✅ Local student groups active
Affordability Score
3/10
Total Students
2,354
English Programs
✅ Courses AvailableOfficial Catalogue ↗

Student ratings

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RATINGS

4.2/ 5 overall

Starter baseline (auto-generated)

Average by category
City
4.3
Nightlife
4.7
Academic Difficulty
4.0
Affordability of City
3.8
Safety
3.7
Transportation
3.5
Food
4.3
Weather
4.6
Activities
4.5

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