Universities and Colleges
No distinction is made between research universities and other tertiary colleges. Both types are referred to as "háskóli" locally.
| Institution | Foundation | Location | Type | Subunits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural University of Iceland | 2005 | Hvanneyri | Public | 3 |
| Bifröst University | 1918 | Bifröst | Private | 3 |
| Hólar University College | 1106 / 1882 / 2003 | Hólar | Public | 3 |
| Iceland Academy of the Arts | 1988 | Reykjavík | Private | 5 |
| Reykjavík University | 1998 | Reykjavík | Private | 5 |
| University of Akureyri | 1987 | Akureyri | Public | 4 |
| University of Iceland | 1911 | Reykjavík | Public | 25 |
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