Descendants of the Vikings, Norwegians today enjoy one of the highest standards of living in the world and serve as peacemakers in many foreign conflicts. You will be fascinated by the rich history and outdoor opportunities of this Scandinavian country.
Approved Programs: University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC) Oslo International Summer School (ISS)
Quick facts:
- Capital: Oslo
- Languages: Bokmal and Nynorsk Norwegian (official)
- Size: Slightly smaller than New Mexico
- Climate: Temperate
- Trivia: Northern Norway is known as the “Land of the Midnight Sun. North of the Arctic Circle, the sun doesn’t set from the middle of May- end of July and the sun doesn’t rise from the middle of November –the end of January.
For more information… CIA World Factbook US Embassy in Norway Norway Tourism  Photo credits: Siebuhr - top ; jurek d. - middle ; nb_harstad - bottom Found in Creative Commons |