University of Bristol
Bristol, UK |bristol.ac.uk/international/
The University of Bristol has an international reputation for high-quality education and research. It combines academic excellence with an independent, forward-thinking spirit. Founded in 1876, Bristol is one of the 24 members of the research-intensive Russell Group. It is one of the original ‘red brick’ universities, which were founded in the major industrial cities of England. The University is in the UK top ten and 54th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025). For graduate employability, it ranks joint seventh in the UK (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022). More than 27,000 students currently study at the University of Bristol, from over 180 countries and around 30% of students are international. The University supports international students throughout the application process and during their studies. International students can access tailored careers support, whether you plan to stay in the UK or return to your home country. This is available throughout your degree and for up to three years after graduation.
Representatives
Saba Bekele
she/her/hers
Senior Program Officer for North America
(323) 376-1321
saba.bekele@bristol.ac.uk
Based in Los Angeles, CA
Details
Institution Type
Public
Campus Setting
Urban
Closest Airport (Distance)
BRS (8 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
27,000 / 32,000
Average Class Size
Under 30
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
15:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
No Answer / 23% / 30%
Athletics Division
NA
Athletics League
NA
Mid-Range or Average ACT / SAT
24 / 650 evidence-based reading and writing section only
Mid-Range or Average GPA
3.2
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Recalculated
Scholarships: Recalculated
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
61,490 / 6,955 (11.3%)
Deposits
No Answer
Applications Accepted
UCAS
Application Information
Test Optional? Sometimes
Demonstrated Interest? Sometimes
Rolling Admission? Yes
Admission Interview? Sometimes
Need-blind Admission? No
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
Early September: Completed UCAS undergraduate applications can be submitted to UCAS
Mid-October: Deadline for applications for courses in medicine, dentistry and veterinary science
Mid-January: Deadline for all applications to be guaranteed consideration (except those with an October deadline.) We may accept applications to some courses after this date, please contact us to check
Transfer App Deadline
Early September: Completed UCAS undergraduate applications can be submitted to UCAS
Mid-October: Deadline for applications for courses in medicine, dentistry and veterinary science
Mid-January: Deadline for all applications to be guaranteed consideration (except those with an October deadline.) We may accept applications to some courses after this date, please contact us to check
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
A Separate Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
February 26th
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
February 26th
Link to Scholarship Info
https://www.bristol.ac.uk/students/support/finances/scholarships/think-big-undergraduate/
Points of Pride
The University of Bristol is part of the prestigious Russell Group, an elite association of leading research-intensive universities in the UK.
Ranked 7th most sustainable city in Europe and the 4th most sustainable city in the UK (QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2024).
It was the first higher education institution in England to admit women on an equal basis to men.
