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
Regional Admissions Representative (North America)
(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)
29,765 / 49,740
Average Class Size
No Answer
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
No Answer
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: No Answer
Scholarships: No Answer
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
No Answer
Deposits
No Answer
Applications Accepted
UCAS (International)
Application Information
Test Optional? Sometimes
Demonstrated Interest? No
Rolling Admission? Sometimes
Admission Interview? Sometimes
Need-blind Admission? No
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
15 Oct 2024: Medicine & Veterinary Medicine 29 Jan 2025: All other degrees
Transfer App Deadline
Jan 2025: All other degrees
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
https://www.ed.ac.uk/student-funding
Points of Pride
Ranked 27th in the world by QS University World Rankings 2025.
A top destination in the UK for US and Canadian students.
There are 290 student societies, including the North American Society.