NLA Høgskolen

NLA University College is a nationally accredited Christian university college with studies in five cities and a learning environment that sees the whole person. For over 50 years, NLA University College has been an alternative in the Norwegian university and college sector as a private, Christian university college. 

NLA is a key player with its own purpose, a distinct character and an important social mission. 

 Institution profile NLA University College is characterised by 

- a social mission founded on Christian values

- education for responsible contribution in working life and society in general a broad and socially relevant range of courses and

- an active research environment international orientation and study locations in several central regions of the country 

- an attractive study and work environment where students are taken seriously and experience good follow-up throughout their studies

Today, NLA University College has over 3,000 students and 300 employees spread across its campuses in Oslo, Bergen and Kristiansand, as well as at its study centres in Trondheim and Stavanger (since autumn 2025).