- Full tuition for up to 2 yearsCore benefit
- ~NOK 150,000 / year (est.) stipendLiving support (international)
- Minimum 'A' ECTS averageAcademic requirement
- MSc programmes onlyEligible level
- Oslo or Bergen campusWhere you study
- Awarded on meritSelection basis
At a glance
full
Funding
€45k
Max amount
Mar 15, 2027
Deadline
Norway
Country
BI Norwegian Business School
Provider
The BI Presidential Scholarship is a merit award from BI Norwegian Business School, the largest business school in Norway and the second largest in Europe, which employs 845 people including 404 academic and 441 administrative staff across 4 campuses centred on Oslo. The scholarship supports students admitted to a 2-year Master of Science programme at the Oslo or Bergen campus, with the BI-Luiss joint MSc in Marketing the main exclusion. It is awarded on academic merit rather than financial need, and applicants must hold a minimum 'A' grade average on the ECTS scale or the equivalent top mark on their own grading system. For Norwegian and EU/EEA/Switzerland applicants the award covers full tuition each semester for up to 2 years, subject to academic progression. For international applicants who qualify, it covers full tuition plus a semester living stipend that the school estimates at around 70% of total living costs. Applicants from countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland are not eligible. There is no separate form: candidates apply by submitting a one-page scholarship letter inside their MSc admission application, and international applicants are automatically also considered for the MSc International Scholarship. Because tuition levels, stipend amounts and progression rules are reset each year, confirm the current-cycle figures on the official BI scholarships page before applying.
What's covered
- Full tuition — Coverage of tuition fees each semester for up to 2 years for the MSc programme, conditional on meeting academic progression requirements.
- Living stipend (international) — International recipients receive a per-semester stipend covering about 70% of living costs, estimated at roughly ~NOK 150,000 (est.) per year depending on the rate set that cycle.
- Multi-year renewal — Both tuition cover and, where applicable, the stipend continue across the standard 2-year MSc provided the student maintains the required academic progression.
- MSc International Scholarship consideration — International applicants are automatically also assessed for the MSc International Scholarship using the same scholarship letter, with no extra form.
- Campus choice — The award applies to eligible MSc programmes at either the Oslo or Bergen campus; BI's private MSc tuition can run to roughly ~NOK 300,000 (est.) in total, which the award offsets.
How to apply
There is no standalone scholarship form: you apply by attaching a one-page scholarship letter to your MSc admission application and submitting both together.
- Apply for admission — Submit your application for admission to an eligible Master of Science programme at BI's Oslo or Bergen campus.
- Write the scholarship letter — Prepare a one-page letter explaining why you should receive the scholarship, focused on academic merit.
- Upload the letter — Upload the letter to the 'Scholarship' section inside your online admission application before the deadline.
- Complete the admission file — Ensure all documents required for MSc admission are included, since the scholarship is only reviewed once a complete admission application is accepted.
- Continuing students route — BI Sivilokonom 3rd-year students apply instead by emailing a scholarship letter to info@bi.no with the subject line 'BI Presidential Scholarship Application' during the spring of their 3rd year.
Eligibility
Academic meritMaintain a minimum overall 'A' grade on the ECTS scale, or the equivalent top-level grade on your own international grading scale.
Programme admissionBe admitted to a Master of Science programme at BI's Oslo or Bergen campus, except the BI-Luiss joint MSc in Marketing.
Citizenship (full benefit)Norwegian citizens and citizens of EU/EEA/Switzerland are eligible; international candidates with qualifying ties to Norway under Lanekassen rules may also apply.
IneligibilityApplicants holding citizenship of countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland are not eligible for this particular scholarship.
Continuing BI studentsStudents in the 3rd year of BI's Sivilokonom (Sivok) programme may apply during the spring of that year by emailing a scholarship letter to BI.
The award is decided on academic merit rather than financial need. International applicants are automatically also considered for the MSc International Scholarship without a separate letter.
Eligible countries
Norway, European Union member states, European Economic Area states, Switzerland
Deadlines
MSc 2026/2027~15 March 2026 (est.)
Selection
Awards are made on academic merit, primarily the strength of the candidate's grade record against the 'A'-average threshold and the one-page scholarship letter, rather than on financial need. Only complete and accepted MSc admission applications are considered, and international applicants are simultaneously assessed for the MSc International Scholarship.
Verified sources
- BI Norwegian Business School - Scholarshipsbi.eduofficial
About the provider
BI Norwegian Business School is a private, accredited business school founded in 1943 and the largest in Norway, with around 845 staff across 4 campuses led by Oslo. It offers bachelor's, master's, MBA and PhD programmes and holds international accreditations including EQUIS and AACSB.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What does the BI Presidential Scholarship cover?
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It covers full tuition each semester for up to 2 years; international recipients also receive a per-semester living stipend covering about 70% of living costs.
Which degree level is eligible?
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Only Master of Science programmes at BI Norwegian Business School qualify, at the Oslo or Bergen campus.
Is the BI-Luiss joint MSc included?
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No. The BI-Luiss joint MSc in Marketing is excluded from this scholarship.
Who is eligible by citizenship?
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Norwegian citizens and citizens of EU/EEA/Switzerland are eligible. Applicants from outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland are not eligible for this scholarship.
What grade do I need?
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You need a minimum overall 'A' on the ECTS scale, or the equivalent top-level grade on your own international grading scale.
Is the award based on financial need?
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No. It is awarded on academic merit, not financial need.
How much is the living stipend?
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It is set per semester and covers about 70% of living costs, estimated at roughly ~NOK 150,000 (est.) per year. Confirm the current rate on BI's site.
Is there a separate scholarship application form?
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No. You attach a one-page scholarship letter to your online MSc admission application; there is no standalone form.
Will I also be considered for other scholarships?
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Yes. International applicants are automatically also considered for the MSc International Scholarship using the same letter.
How long does the funding last?
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Up to 2 years across the standard MSc, provided you meet the academic progression requirements each semester.
Can current BI students apply?
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Yes. BI Sivilokonom 3rd-year students apply by emailing a scholarship letter to info@bi.no with the subject line 'BI Presidential Scholarship Application' in the spring of their 3rd year.
Where do I confirm the latest details?
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Check the official BI Norwegian Business School scholarships page for the current-cycle tuition, stipend amounts and deadlines before applying.