Hedmarktoppen folkehøyskole
Boks 1070
2305 Hamar
Phone +47 62519370 / fax 62519397
post@hedmarktoppen.no
www.hedmarktoppen.no
"Folk High school"-information
"Hedmarktoppen Folk high school is quite like a christian collage"
School Term 2012-2013
August 26th 2012 – May 14th 2013
The opening ceremony is at 2 p.m. Sunday August 26th
Age Requirements
Students must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the school year. The average age last year was 19.5 years of age
Price
• Full school year with a double room: 57.900 NOK
• Full school year in the brand new studios at "Hedmarktoppen Terrasse" - doubble room: 57.900 NOK (an additional 5.900 NOK)
The deadline for paying school fees for fall term is September 20th and the deadline for spring term is January 15th A deposit of 2.900 NOK will be required upon acceptance, and must be paid with confirmation of your acceptance. At the beginning of fall term, 8.000 - 16.000 (depends of wich class) NOK is required as well. This deposit will be put into an account to cover costs of books, copying costs, community costs, etc. Students will receive an account statement of this account around Christmas and at the end of the school year. Commission charges for special class trips abroad during the travelling period in the spring will be added later in the year. These charges will be between 15 000 NOK and 20 000 NOK.
Stipends/Loans
Norwegian Students can be eligible for a stipend or loan through STATENS LÅNEKASSE. Other financial aid opportunities may be available in other Nordic countries or in the student’s native country.
Additional Discounts
Students can receive discounts by Norwegian Railway and other transportation systems in Norway. Make sure to include two ID-sized pictures with the student’s application for transportation identification.
A Drug-Free Campus!
Use of alcohol and narcotics will result in automatic expulsion from Hedmarktoppen. Smoking is only allowed in the designated places outside.
Common School Courses (hours per week in parentheses)
The main classes we have at Hedmarktoppen:
- Dance
- Decipletraining Music
- Decipletraining Sport
- Sport and Outdoor life
- Art and Design - Creative
- Music
- X sport
- X sport Snowboard
• Science of Faith (3). Here, the central subjects of instruction are the Bible, evangelism, mission, the congregation, God, and God’s call. Students get introduction to Christian truths and ethics.
• Physical Activities (2).
• Science of Society (2). In these professional lectures, students will discuss and explore current issues in today’s society.
• School Choir Ensemble (2). Repertory consisting mostly of gospel and contemporary Christian music with some instruction in a cappella music. Music technique and voice lessons are provided as well. The school choir has an opportunity to go on three weekend trips throughout the school year.
The school offers a variety of special activities in the following areas:
• Flower Arrangements
• Dance
• Knife making
• A Christmas Workshop
• Stage Lighting and Set Design
• Bible Study
• Sports Activities
• School newspaper
• Volleyball
Leisure Time
• Sport Activities
• Billiards
• Ping-Pong
• Music
• Jogging
• Fitness Programs
• Picture development/Dark Room
Theme Day
A discussion topic will be introduced on most Saturdays as a theme for the day. Themes cover a variety of subjects ranging from questions about the world and society to a student’s experience on a personal excursion. Students have the opportunity to be involved in discussions and lectures about the chosen topic and attend four lessons altogether.
Weekly Meetings
Weekly worship meetings are held for students and faculty. Students, teachers, and possible guest speakers generally lead each meeting.
Gifts
Gifts for Hedmarktoppen are greatly appreciated. If you wish to contribute to this folk high school, please place your gift in the following bank account: 6161 05 38044