The Norwegian School of Economics (NHH) is one of Norway’s leading schools of business, economics, finance, management, strategy and accounting. NHH is a public specialized university in Bergen, established in 1936. It is known as Norway’s leading business school for many years and has educated many professionals, economists, executives, entrepreneurs, policymakers, consultants, researchers and business leaders.

NHH is particularly well-suited for students who want a more focused education in business and economics than is available at a multi-faculty university. It has an academic identity with specialisations in economics, business administration, finance, accounting, strategy, marketing, analytics, international business, management, energy economics, business analysis and applied economic research. Specialization provides students with a great academic environment where almost all teaching, research, student activities and career support are related to business and economic fields.

International students find NHH particularly attractive because there are English-taught study options at both bachelor and master level. The Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics and Data Science provides you with a solid foundation in business and economics, statistics, programming, analytics and data-driven decision making. The MSc in Economics and Business Administration is a master’s level flagship program with several profiles. Students may select a concentration in areas such as business analytics, economics, energy, finance, international business, marketing, strategy, management and accounting-related areas.

NHH’s learning environment is challenging and career-focused. Students are expected to develop strong analytical ability, quantitative skills, business understanding, communication skills, teamwork ability and ethical decision making. Teaching can take the form of lectures, case studies, seminars, group assignments, data analysis, company projects, research-based courses and master's thesis work. It also has strong relationships with employers, alumni, financial institutions, consulting firms, public agencies, energy companies, technology firms and international organizations.

Bergen also contributes to the NHH experience. It has a vibrant student population, a maritime and financial history, an international business environment, a vibrant cultural life and access to Norway’s coastal economy. The NHH campus provides students with a dedicated academic environment, with easy access to the wider Bergen area. Students can connect with others through student organizations, career events, employer presentations, internships, exchange opportunities, and alumni activities.

There is public funding for tuition at NHH, but students who are not citizens of the EU/EEA or Switzerland must pay tuition fees unless they qualify for an exemption. Tuition fees for the 2026/2027 cohort The bachelor’s program at NHH has a tuition fee of NOK 142,000 per year and a master’s program tuition fee of NOK 204,000 per year. These rates are fixed for the nominal duration of the program cohort: three years for bachelor’s degrees, two years for master’s degrees. Students will also be required to plan for living costs, semester registration fee, housing, books, insurance, transport and personal expenses.

Overall, NHH is an excellent value option for students seeking a Norwegian business school with strong academic pedigree, English-language options, clear fee transparency, and good career paths in business, finance, consulting, economics, analytics, public policy, and international management.