University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom | ed.ac.uk
There are many reasons to choose the University of Edinburgh for your undergraduate experience: the quality of our academics, our stunning location and our international campus combine to make our offering truly special. Founded in 1583, the University of Edinburgh is one of the UK’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Over the last four centuries, we have built an enviable reputation for excellence in both research and teaching, attracting some of the world’s leading thinkers to work and study here. The University is located at the heart of Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital and one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. We have been welcoming international students for many years.
Representatives
Hillary Cementina
she/her/hers
International Recruitment Manager (Americas)
(661) 666-0516 hillary.cementina@ed.ac.uk
Details
Institution Type
Public
Campus Setting
Urban
Closest Airport (Distance)
EDI (8.7 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
29,905 / 49,640
Average Class Size
30
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
6:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
No Answer / No Answer / 44%
Athletics Division
No Answer
Athletics League
No Answer
Average ACT / SAT
27 / 1290
Mid-Range GPA
3.3
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Unweighted
Scholarships: No Answer
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
No Answer (53%)
Deposits
No Answer
Applications Accepted
UCAS (International)
Application Information
Test Optional? Yes
Demonstrated Interest? No
Rolling Admission? Sometimes
Admission Interview? Sometimes
Need-blind Admission? No
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
Medicine & Veterinary Medicine: Oct 15
All Other Applications: Jan 13
Transfer App Deadline
Jan 13
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
A Separate Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
No Answer
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
No Answer
Link to Scholarship Info
ed.ac.uk/student-funding
Points of Pride
One of the top 50 universities in the world as ranked by QS University World Rankings.
A top destination in the UK for US and Canadian students.
There are 290 student societies, including the North American Society.