Summer at University of South-Eastern Norway

Overview: International Summer School Ringerike

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The University of South-eastern Norway (USN) was established in 2018 as Norway’s newest and second largest university with 18,000 students attending classes on eight campuses located in the municipalities of Kongsberg, Drammen, Bø, Ringerike, Notodden, Porsgrunn, Rauland and Vestfold.

Summer Program Details

  • Each summer, about 60 students gather together at Campus Ringerike for an intensive, five-week program to study international management and international marketing, with an emphasis on social and cultural activities to immerse students in the local environment. 

Program Dates

The core program runs from June 3 - June 27, 2024, starting with a mandatory orientation for international students May 29 and 30.

From May 31 to June 2, there will be a trip to Bergen, open to all participants (pre-registration required).

Deadline to Apply

Feb. 27, 2024 (Rolling admissions until deadline)

Eligibility

  • One year of business studies (equivalent to a minimum of 30 units in business/economics)
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

Application: Two-Step Process

Applications are now CLOSED for Summer 2024. Please check back for information regarding future summer terms. You may also want to explore a semester abroad at USN. 

  1. Complete the CSUCI Short-Term Study Abroad: Direct-Enroll Application.
  2. After completing Step 1, a link will be provided to applicants to apply direct to USN.

Academic Information

  • The program offers courses in International Management (3 units) and International Marketing (3 units) with learning activities that include lectures, discussions, and group work.
  • Learning activities move beyond traditional classroom lectures to engage students with companies and people in the Norwegian business community. USN arranges guest lecturers, excursions, and visits to leading Norwegian companies to provide students with insight into Scandinavian business perspectives.
  • Courses taught in English.
  • Students are encouraged to enroll in both courses (no additional tuition is paid for the second course). 

Cost

The program costs $3,000 and payment is due by April 13. Program costs include:

  • Housing (including bedding and kitchen equipment)
  • Partial food (lunch Monday-Thursday)
  • Trip to Bergen and Norway in a Nutshell (assumes student has a Eurail pass)
  • Trip to Copenhagen
  • Social activities
  • Sports center membership
  • Airport pick-up on designated arrival date

The fee does not include transportation to Norway, meals, recreational travel, books, travel and health insurance, and personal expenses. 

Housing

Students reside in single, furnished rooms with private bathrooms located in modern and fully equipped dormitories on campus. All cooking and food preparation are done in a shared kitchen. USN provides students with kitchen equipment, bed linens, and bedding. Each floor has a common eating and recreational area.

More information about housing is available.

In addition to high standard housing, USN offers a training center with a weight room and gym for basketball and other sports. The training center is located on-campus. The housing fee includes lunch served by the USN cafeteria served Monday through Thursdays between classes.

Location

Ringerike is a district in Buskerud in the central lowlands of Eastern Norway. It’s a popular tourist destination for day trips to the Hadeland Glassverk as the biggest attraction.

Campus Ringerike lies just a few minutes’ walk from the town center in the city of Hønefoss. Hønefoss is a peaceful and safe city (pop. 14,000) located in the midst of spectacular, Norwegian scenery. Most shopping and recreational activities are within walking distance of the USN campus and Oslo is only a 60-minute drive. Hønefoss is a great base for adventurous students who want to explore beautiful Norwegian mountains and fjords as well as travelers who want to visit other parts of Scandinavia and the Baltics.

Additional Information

While academic content is a priority, USN promotes intercultural learning through:

Social Gatherings

  • The program offers social gatherings and cultural activities during the evenings and weekends, as well as membership in the Campus Ringerike training center. Social activities include a welcome barbeque, traditional Norwegian dinner and dance, campus events, hiking and a farewell dinner. Students can visit some of Norway’s most famous cultural attractions such as the Viking Ship Museum and the Norwegian Opera.

Weekend Trips

More details about the International Summer School Ringerike.

Make an Appointment with an Advisor

Book a one-on-one appointment with a CSUCI Study Abroad Advisor to discuss this program.

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