University of Iceland

The University of Iceland is a public research university in Reykjavík, Iceland, and the country's oldest and largest institution of higher education.

Our story starts in 1911, on the 100th anniversary of Icelandic statesman Jón Sigurðsson's birth. This momentous year witnessed the university's grand arrival, formed by the union of three pre-existing institutions: the Seminary, the School of Medicine, and the School of Law. These pioneering faculties, along with the newly established Faculty of Philosophy, marked the university's humble beginnings.

For its first 29 years, the university resided in the very heart of Icelandic democracy – the Parliament House (Alþingishúsið). Imagine strolling through the corridors where the nation's decisions were made, then stepping into a lively academic hub! In 1940, the university spread its wings and moved to its current location, the grand Main Building (Aðalbygging) at Suðurgata. This marked a new era of expansion and development.

The year 2008 witnessed a significant milestone – the university's merger with the Iceland University of Education. This union further diversified the academic tapestry, strengthening the university's position as the leading center of higher education in Iceland.

University of Iceland is ranked as the #1 top university in Iceland during 2024.

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2024 Ranking	#1
University Name	University of Iceland
Name in Local Language	Háskóli Íslands
Acronym	UI
Year Established	1911

Location

The university is located in Reykjavik, Höfuðborgarsvæði. Find the address and map of the university below.

Address	Sæmundargötu 2, Reykjavik, Höfuðborgarsvæði, Iceland
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Phone	+354 525 4000
Fax	+354 525 4038
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Student Body	Men and Women

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Information on University of Iceland was last updated on September 27, 2024.