Agricultural University of Iceland
Hvanneyri, Iceland
Quick facts
- World rank
- #5,466
- 2026
- Acceptance rate
- 85%
- Students
- 471
- International students
- 0%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 2005
Overview
The Agricultural University of Iceland (LbhÍ) is a specialized public university focused on agricultural and environmental sciences. Founded in 2005, it operates as a hub for research and education in sustainable land use, animal science, and nature conservation, with its primary campus located in the historic agricultural center of Hvanneyri.
Fields of study
- Agricultural Science
- Environmental Science
- Forest Science
- Landscape Architecture
- Equine Science
- Planning
Accreditation: Quality Board for Icelandic Higher Education
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Autumn
- Application deadlines
- April 15
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- kennsla@lbhi.is
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
$5,000 – $20,000 / year
Domestic students
$2,000 – $10,000 / year
Public universities in Iceland do not charge tuition but require an annual registration fee. As of 2024, new regulations regarding non-EEA tuition are being implemented across public institutions, but specific LbhÍ non-EEA rates for the current cycle must be confirmed via the admissions office.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BS Agricultural Science (opens in a new tab)Icelandic · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | ISK 75,000 / year | Varies | Autumn |
| BS Environment and Nature (opens in a new tab)Icelandic · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | ISK 75,000 / year | Varies | Autumn |
| BS Equine Science (opens in a new tab)Icelandic · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | ISK 75,000 / year | Varies | Autumn |
| BS Forest Science (opens in a new tab)Icelandic · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | ISK 75,000 / year | Varies | Autumn |
| BS Landscape Architecture (opens in a new tab)Icelandic · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | ISK 75,000 / year | Varies | Autumn |
| MS Environmental Science (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | ISK 75,000 / year | Varies | Autumn |
| MS Planning (opens in a new tab)Icelandic · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | ISK 75,000 / year | Varies | Autumn |
| MS Sustainable Systems (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | ISK 75,000 / year | Varies | Autumn |
| PhD in Agricultural Science (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | PhD | 3 years | ISK 75,000 / year | Varies | Anytime |
Information last verified Jul 21, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.