Hólar University College
Hólaskóli - Háskólinn á Hólum | |
| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Established | 1106 / 1882 / 2007 |
| Rector | Erla Björk Örnólfsdóttir |
| Location | , |
| Campus | Rural |
| Colors | Maroon and Gold |
| Nickname | Hólaskóli |
| Website | www.holar.is |
Hólar University is located in Hólar, Iceland, an important historical centre of education. The university was the first post-secondary school in Hólar, founded in 1106. It was renamed Hólar Agricultural College in 1882 and became Hólar University in 2007. Established in the 12th century, Hólar is one of the oldest universities in Europe; the oldest is University of Bologna since 1088 AD.