The "stúdentspróf" (upper secondary school - leaving examination) is required for admission to university undergraduate studies in Iceland. Studies for the "stúdentspróf" take four years (age 16-20) and are open to anyone who has completed the ten years of compulsory school.

Examinations, certificates and diplomas from EU member states and the EFTA countries valid for admission to higher education in these states are recognised in Iceland for the purpose of admission to university studies.

A certified BA or BS degree is required to pursue postgraduate studies.

Admission requirements can differ between universities and faculties. Please contact the university in question for further information.

For application forms contact each university or college. Application deadlines differ from school to school, most commonly sometime between March and June each year.