Overview
Háskólinn á Bifröst (Bifröst University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Borgarnes, Western Region, Iceland. Established in 1918, Háskólinn á Bifröst (Bifröst) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Culture, Innovation and Higher Education. Bifröst provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 108-year-old Icelandic higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 30-39%. This places it among a very selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. Bifröst also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.
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| Name (English) | Bifröst University |
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| Name | Háskólinn á Bifröst |
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| Acronym | Bifröst |
| Founded | 1918 |
| Motto | Small and personal |
| Colours | Blue |
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| Address | Bakkakot 2 Borgarnes 311 Western Region Iceland |
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