Norwegian Language and Culture

I always dreamed of living in Norway and my school year was completely mind-blowing for me. There was nothing to worry about, as teachers, students and locals were respectful and eager to help. The nature around school was absolutely fantastic!

Naoki Okamura, Japan

NLC is a special class that teaches everything you need if you want to make a life for yourself in Norway. I learnt enough about the language and culture, social life, work and academic environment, to be able to pursue higher education and a job.

Tommaso Taraldsrud Løkken, Italy

Doing a Gap Year at Agder Folk School was the best decision of my life. I experienced personal growth. Immersed a unique culture. Made friends for life. And experienced the impossible.

Yhan Jimenez Matias, USA

A once in a life-time experience for sure! Agder Folkehøgskole is a safe place to grow, meet new people and be the best version of yourself. Both challenging and rewarding, a year rich in learning, emotions, fantastic trips, and the best teachers!

Ananda Nilsen, Bali, Indonesia

My year at Agder was fantastic! I got to meet many people from around the world, learn about other cultures and travel to so many beautiful places in Norway. The best part was being immersed in Norwegian culture and learning so much just by living!

Anja Kristoffersen, USA

I traveled from a small island in Canada to Agder Folkehøgskole. It was unknown at first, but it became a journey of connections and change. It is a place where adventure and self-discovery happen amidst Norway`s nature.

Brenley Gillis, Canada

Agder fhs was the best decision I made in my life.The school society was so nice, with various trips and activities. It’s an experience that I can’t get anywhere else besides this school. I love NLC and my classmates and teacher – a fantastic class ❤

Malin Bolstad, Thailand

There’s not many opportunities in life where one gets to put everything on pause and just spend a whole year with the specific purpose of just enjoying time as it passes,surrounded by a warm and welcoming community.In the marathon of life; no regrets!

Connor Johan Webb, USA

Agder is a magical place with even more magical people! I have made som many memories and friends I hope to keep and cherish for the rest of my life. I`m already super excited for the next Agder reunion, I can`t wait to see y`all again!

Fenyx Klock, USA

My year at Agder was fantastic! I learned Norwegian and connected with the culture. Exploring Norway`s stunning landscape and making friends from all over the world made it an unforgettable experience filled with personal growth and lasting memories

Aleena Arnstad, Thailand

At that time, I could only understand a little Norwegian, but I still had some amazing conversations about the state of our world’s ecology. It was an incredibly eye-opening subject, and some of our weekly discussions changed me.

Zächery Tillman, USA

At school, I received professional guidance in a completely new hobby that has now become my job: Photography and Media. The Outdoor Life and Photography course, as well as the NLC program, only strengthened my positive experiences and helped me develop personally and plan for the future

Yorick Krauth, Germany

I’m from the US and I still got by just fine with only being half-fluent in Swedish. I learned a ton of Norwegian even my class had mostly Norwegians in it. I for real had like a zillion of the most unique and memorable experiences in this class

Sophie Signor, USA

My year at Agder NLC was the best! Learning, exploring, socializing, The school has a nice environment and will make you the best of who you are as a person. Learn Norway at NLC. One thing to expect  from Agder is “Agder is not a school, it is a home.

Neil Louise Gacilan, the Philippines

I chose this subject because I am someone who wants to make the world a better place and always thinks about the environment. Throughout the school year, we watched several documentaries, visited local farms, and prepared natural, locally sourced food

Tomimaru Yamamoto, Japan