This is what the students say about Elverum Folkehøgskole
We have collected feedback from former students on all our lines.
Reader's post (VG): Look at the folk high schools!
«Folkehøgskolen are more than a gap year: They are educational courses that shape mature, young people». -HILDE GUNN SLOTTEMO, professor of history, Nord University.
Mari Yamasaki
At first I wasn't so sure that it's good to come to EFS honestly, but now I can confidently say that it's the best decision I've ever made. I took many photos in different situations although I'd never taken photos with the SLR camera before. There're lots of school excursions so you can see tons […]
Herman Sparre-Enger
An incredibly good year. Everything from the location, to the staff, to the students, works very well. I recommend taking a year here!
Elfride Hageman
At multisport I have made new friends, tried sports I have not tried before and I have felt a lot of mastery. I will miss all the people I met and the unity at school. Don't hesitate for a second and apply, you will have an unforgettable year!
Ingeborg Barkved
Absolutely fantastic year. A great place with great teachers and students 🙂
Tyri Wold Tømmerdal
Never cried as much as when I had to leave my home in Elverum!
Isabel Rashidifard
I've had a lot of fun and learned a lot from the great teachers 😊
Jan Truong
I took the art course, where I have been able to expand and experiment with my artistic expression. Thank you so much for a year I will never forget!❤️
Carrie Christensen
Attending Elverum FHS was the best decision! I made friends from all over the world, traveled to several cities in Norway, and tried many things for the first time. No matter how old you are, FHS can change your life for the better! No regrets.
Sophia Modalen
It's an everyday life that everyone can enjoy. An educational and unifying arena where there is room to challenge yourself and be yourself. The multisport class has given me challenges, mastery and new interests that I had never tried before. But the best thing is the good camaraderie. We cheer each other on, regardless of level. (2nd year)
Lea Åse-Melhus
The year at Elverum FHS has been absolutely fantastic! I have experienced so much, met so many nice people and learned a lot about myself!
Mina Erikstad-Hagren
This year at Elverum Folk High School has meant more than I could have dreamed. I have had the best year of my life so far, made friends for life, had experiences I will never forget, and learned a lot about others and myself. It is the best choice I have made, and definitely something I recommend to everyone […]
Wilson Derry
Elverum folk high school has given me the space to figure out who I want to be in the future.
Alma Oline Thiis
Going here to Elverum Folkehøyskole is a choice I will never regret making. After only six months, I have learned more about myself and what it is like to live and relate to other people. We also have a lot of fun together, with fun activities, competitions, singing and […]
Havard Tobro
I really appreciate the opportunity we get here. We develop together in an environment where everyone wants the best for each other. So far, the best year of my life.
Aurora at Skipá
Great school with lots of nice people and great experiences! Highly recommend ✨
Amalie Helene Borgen
I recommend a year at folk high school! Here you meet an inclusive environment, get to know yourself and others, and do a lot of fun. There is room to be who you want to be, and always something fun to come up with. A school year filled with learning, coziness and unique experiences!
Bjørn Andre Tungodden
This year has given me an incredible amount, more than I expected to say the least. I have truly grown a lot this year, it has been a steep learning curve at many different stages. What I am left with that gives me the most joy is all the strong relationships that have been formed with teachers and students.
Oliver Turner
I have done so many exciting things and challenged myself in the last year. Been to incredibly exciting places and experienced lots of different things. This year has been full of adrenaline and joy. All the new people you meet and all the things you can come up with during this year have just been absolutely fantastic.
Linea Nes-Olsen
A year at Folkehojskole has made me go outside the comfort zone. I have built relationships that have helped to create a safe and supportive environment. This has made me let myself go, and dare to try and fail.
Emilie Mayer Borgersen
I recommend Elverum Folkehøgskole! Here I have been able to challenge myself as a person and I have made many new friends<3Elverum Folkehøgskole made the transition to moving out much easier because there is always something fun going on, and there is always someone you can join! The teachers and the other staff are always on your team […]
Sophia Modalen
I can really recommend going to Folke høgskole. It's an everyday life that everyone can enjoy. An educational and unifying arena, where there is room to be yourself. You get experiences and memories for a lifetime, and you get to challenge yourself through good and bad. It is a place where you can grow […]
Marit Hegstad
I recommend Elverum folk high school because the relationship I have with the teachers is so special. All of the teachers/staff genuinely deeply care about the students. They are so willing to do whatever is needed to make sure students are safe and comfortable. Coming from the outside of Norway it can be difficult to adjust to […]
Elfride Hageman
I have experienced so much cool things on the Backpacker/Extremsport line. All the trips and activities we have done this half year have exceeded all my expectations - especially the people. I have made good friends from many different countries 🌍
Aurora Meek Kolstrom
I recommend Elverum FHS because not only do you get a little break after high school, but you get to do something you like and challenge yourself, become independent, experience wonderful things and meet so many different and wonderful people. You get memories for a lifetime!
Kine Jørgensen
I have learned a lot at Art/Experiences about different techniques and am inspired every day by the people in the class. I have done things I thought I wouldn't like, but found out I love. I am supported by my fellow students, and get help if I get stuck. The environment in the class is incredibly good and I […]
Isak Engstad Fjeld
I expected to find a place where I could explore photography and develop myself through study trips, what happens at school and develop projects with constructive criticism from a very skilled photography teacher. Those expectations were met and I feel I have learned a lot in six months, e.g. new techniques in Photoshop and Bridge, […]
Eirik Sæten
I have always been social and enjoyed being with people. At the folk high school I have found an environment where I can share my interests and joy with other like-minded people, and I have met people I have grown to really like.
Leah Sophie Hansen-Elgueta
I learn a lot, go outside my comfort zone and get to contribute a lot. Being an "everyday friend" has really made an impression. I have had so many good conversations with both adults and children!
Sigurd Dager
Going to Elverum FHS has meant a lot to me. I have become more socially confident and have gotten to know myself better. It has also opened several doors afterwards, including volunteering in Uganda and doing various projects there.
Kamilla Hausken
The social environment on the line is very inclusive and supportive. It is easy to get to know people because there are activities planned in the evenings where you meet other students from the different streams.
Hjalti Unnar Hjaltason
I learned that it's best to just throw yourself into a lot of different things and just try. It's most likely going to be fun. And I met so many incredible people who live everywhere.
Maren W. Davidsen
The year has offered a lot of learning and development – both in terms of skills and as a person.
Anders Koranda
At school, it is very easy to gain a sense of mastery, and you learn that you are capable of much more than you think – both when it comes to independence, academically, and socially.
Linn Thoresen
The art course is so enjoyable and no day is the same. You have plenty of time and equipment to immerse yourself in your art, and you explore lots of new things.
Sigurd Kristiansen
On the backpacker course I was challenged both physically and socially. I learned a lot about myself and other people. In addition to an introduction to surfing, snowboarding and lots of other fun things.
Tuva Ludvigsen Sundby
Being a student in the music department was incredibly fun. We learned a lot of music theory, got to write songs and had a lot of fun together!
Debbie Paknyte
I always used to say "no, I can't do that" if I was going to try a new trick. But then Marius or the class would always come in the background and convince me otherwise. And they were always right.
Emma Moen Kristensen
With a wonderful teacher who supported me, and challenged me to become better as both a person and a photographer, photography has become my favorite hobby.
Rebekka Konstanse Almås
The school has a great range of electives and several great programs that create a great community. I have learned so much about myself and made friends for life.
Finja Koenig
Grateful for these nice people, for this beautiful school, all the experiences and memories, trips and conversations. Thank you for this unforgettable year!
Olav Isak Utgaard
Folkehøgskole works almost like a bus stop. You get a year to wait, think and find out which bus you want to take next.
Sophie Lyngmo
It has been wonderful to be a student in the music department. I have experienced a lot throughout the year and learned a lot about myself, e.g. how I can develop my voice further. Music is a big part of my life, both at work and privately.
Sophie Solheim
The school and the courses themselves were very well-organized and eventful (especially the photography!), but it was the people there that made the year so memorable.
Simon Wang
I don't regret it for a second. The year in Elverum was fantastic and I have made friends for life!
Eivind Andre Kylland
I learned a lot of new things, both technically and tactically. In addition, the staff at the school were very good at organizing activities across disciplines, so that you made friends all over the school.
Camilla Scotolatti
I love Elverum FHS. I have learned so much about Norway, and also about myself. The teachers are lovely and all the activities are exciting. I will never forget this year.
Synnøve Bysveen
At Elverum Folkehøgskole there are dedicated teachers and lifelong friends. If I had been allowed, I would have stayed at school for the rest of my life and learned new, exciting things every single day!
Simon Hansen
I have learned that it is only good to meet new people, step out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself. I got to see and experience a lot of handball and it built on my joy for the sport.
Snorre Klarpås
Every month at Elverum FHS felt like a whole year - we had so much fun!
Nicolas Nizo Storms
The feeling on the ground is fantastic, some music to my ear and nice weather, then I can not ask for anything better.
Helena Solheim
The best thing about this line is that you get to explore many different mediums in art, everything from knife making to acrylic painting, together with others who also like to be creative.
Mathias Benonisen
The best thing about going on the line is the people and the good class environment. We give feedback and motivate each other for positive development.
Marlou Van Elsland
I became more mature since I came here. No one is here to hold you down or judge you.
Asne Lund
I have gotten to know myself better, and made many new friends. I have also developed a lot as a handball player.
Tuva Iversen
I was very hesitant about applying, but I don't regret it for a second! You'll make friends for life, and the opportunity to do what you find fun for a whole year.
Simon Rørtveit-Nesheim
The Africa line gives me a varied everyday life, makes me challenge my own values, gives me insight and perspective.
Mille Marie Lindblom
I would recommend Elverum Folk High School because it is a place where you can be yourself. It is a place where you learn a lot and meet many different personalities.
Maria Ripsrud Fossum
I recommend Elverum Folk High School because I have developed much better skills within several of my interests, in addition to getting to test and expand all my boundaries.
Mina Vaaden
I have never felt such a sense of belonging, as what I do here. The feeling of being seen is very often present.
Lea Lindahl Neeb
I recommend Elverum Folk High School because I get to challenge myself both socially and academically.
Johanne Undheim
You get to spend a year doing something you enjoy without grades and tests, but at the same time you are challenged in a safe environment.
Tuva Kristine Angelshaug
Within a good framework, I have learned a lot about photography, myself and the world around me.
Eir Kjeøy
At Backpacker/Extreme Sports I have learned that what you are good at is so different. Suddenly something you are really good at appears, and it's really cool.
Theodor Bakken
My goal this year was to make as many good friends as possible and I have really achieved that.
Nora Louise Grimstad
One of the things that was important to me was a great diversity of students, and at Elverum FHS I think everyone will find someone they can relate to.
Live Junkyard
I think the social environment here at school is really cozy and you are accepted just the way you are.
Jonathan Choquet
It's not just about grades here. We get to learn what is important to us, we learn because we want to and because it's fun.
Torvald Vrålstad
Never felt so at home in the world as I did here. Memories and friends for life!
Charlotte Lucia Kristiansen
You experiment with different media and techniques, and you have a fantastic teacher who provides good feedback and guidance throughout the process!
Martin Helland
The year gave me an extra kick to continue working hard with handball.
Håvard Ljosland Nylund
Anyone with an interest in boards and skiing should apply!
Synne Wagnhildshaug
You become part of a larger community filled with positivity and commitment
Ulrik Lien Svarstad
Recommended for those who like to help people, and those who want to experience African culture.
Ida Gabrielsen
Unforgettable and educational experience in a safe environment!
Mathilde Grøttebø
Now I can confirm that folk high school is fantastic – both the social aspects and all the subjects!
Madeleine Guttormsen
Experiences, memories and friends that will last a lifetime 🙂
Maja Linnea Hedin Haugen
All the teachers are super nice and they take care of you, you always feel safe and you have fun everyday ❤️
Maria Nikoline Klette
Have had a fantastic year, thanks to all staff and students!
Michel Schwank
The social environment is absolutely fantastic and all the teachers are super nice and helpful!
Jakob Grjotheim Hareide
Manual settings, Photoshop and Bridge are just some of what you learn.
Una Charlotte Næss
You get to try, experience and learn an incredible amount in a short time!
Emma Nyvoll
What I like best about the line are probably the trips we go on and that we get to spend so much time on the ski slopes. And of course the people on the line.
Simen Eide Gaudernack
If you feel that you resonate with one of the major subjects, you will hardly find a better place to explore this interest than at Elverum Folk High School.
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