Bifröst University
Borgarnes, Iceland
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 600
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
- 1918
Overview
Bifröst University is a private, self-governing, non-profit institution located in the rural campus village of Bifröst in Borgarfjörður, Iceland. Originally founded as a cooperative school in 1918, it evolved into a university focused on business, law, and social sciences, emphasizing leadership, social responsibility, and entrepreneurship.
Fields of study
- Business
- Law
- Social Sciences
- Politics
- Economics
- Cultural Management
Accreditation: Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Iceland
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Autumn, Spring
- Application deadlines
- June 15 for Autumn semester (Domestic); April 1 for Non-EEA applicants.
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- umsoknir@bifrost.is
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
ISK 550,000 / semester
Domestic students
Varies by program
International tuition rate refers to Non-EU/EEA students. For 2024-2025, domestic undergraduate tuition is 278,000 ISK per semester and graduate tuition is 373,000 ISK per semester. Non-EEA students pay a flat rate of 550,000 ISK per semester.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) (opens in a new tab)Icelandic · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | ISK 278,000 / semester | Varies | Autumn |
| BSc Business Administration (opens in a new tab)Icelandic · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | ISK 278,000 / semester | Varies | Autumn |
| BSc International Business (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | ISK 550,000 / semester | Varies | Autumn |
| MA Leadership and Management (opens in a new tab)Icelandic · On Campus/Online | Master's | 2 years | ISK 373,000 / semester | Varies | Autumn |
| ML Law (opens in a new tab)Icelandic · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | ISK 373,000 / semester | Varies | Autumn |
Information last verified Jul 21, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.