General Scholarships

King Olav V Norwegian-American Heritage Fund

To find out more details and apply, visit: www.sofn.com/foundation/scholarships/

Award: up to $5,000

Deadline: March 1, 2025

Acceptance to ISS is required prior to submitting an application

Oslo International Summer School Scholarship

To find out more details and apply, visit: www.sofn.com/foundation/scholarships/

Award: up to $2,500

Deadline: March 1, 2025

Acceptance to ISS is required prior to submitting an application

Bessie Haugen Johnson Scholarship

5 scholarships awarded annually, with priority given to students who have never traveled/lived/studied abroad

  • only available to applicants attending the ISS for the first time

Award: $4,480

  • Includes: Room & Board, basic course fee
  • Does not include: Additional Norwegian language course fee, personal expenses, airfare

Requirements

  • Must stay at ISS accommodations during the program
  • Must submit a reflective essay on experiences at the ISS no later than September 1, 2025

Application criteria:

  • one-page essay explaining previous travel experience, studying experience, and financial need
  • email essay to iss@stolaf.edu

Deadline: March 14, 2025

Douglas Warne – Rolf & Wenche Eng Scholarship

To find out more details and apply, visit: www.sofn.com/foundation/scholarships/

Award: up to $3,000

Deadline: March 1, 2025