The University of Edinburgh
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The University of Edinburgh is in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Tuition for international students: £29,600–£54,650 (≈ US$39,200–72,400) per year (2026-27 figure). Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 92. Applying: intake: September. Scholarships: 6 from the university.
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Los estudiantes internacionales también deben presupuestar seguro médico, visa y gastos de viaje que no se muestran aquí.
Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition £38,900 per year (≈ US$51,600) (varies by programme) + housing and meals £1,182 per month (≈ US$1,600) |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 3 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. Defne-Muhtar Kent Education Foundation Scholarship: only for students from Turquía. |
| Chances of admission | Reference: A-level grades A*A*A* to AAB (typical offer, Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science BSc (Hons)). |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: 15 oct (UCAS early deadline) Last round: UCAS equal-consideration deadline, 13 ene. |
| Where and how students live | Edinburgh · 12 km from EDI airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Guaranteed; housing and meals £1,182 per month |
| Working while studying | Degree-level full-time students at a higher education provider with a track record of compliance may work part-time in term-time (max 20 hours a week) and full-time during vacations. |
| After graduation | Graduate visa: 2 years if applying on or before 31 December 2026; 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027 (3 years for PhD/doctoral). |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Ayuda financiera y requisitos para estudiantes internacionales
| Becas por mérito | Sí — los estudiantes internacionales pueden recibir becas por méritoFuentes (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The Edinburgh Global Undergraduate Mathematics Scholarship is awarded to international applicants who demonstrate outstanding academic performance.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The scholarship is competitive and based on academic merit.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
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| Dominio del inglés | Examen de inglés obligatorio, salvo que se aplique una exenciónFuentes (3)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “You must prove that you can read, write, listen and speak in the English language at a level that will allow you to succeed in your studies.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“We accept any of the following, at the specified grade or higher:”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“SQA National 5 English at C”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Yes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offered (reference)Fuentes (3)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Our International Foundation Programme offers eligible international students a route into the University of Edinburgh.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“This full-time, one-year programme is designed to prepare international students whose first language is not English and whose country’s qualifications are not accepted for direct entry into undergraduate study at the University of Edinburgh.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“We also accept satisfactory completion of all Foundation English for Academic Purposes (FEAP) modules in one of our International Foundation Programmes as meeting our English language requirements.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
| Degree programmes taught in English | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
Becas para estudiantes de primer año
Defne-Muhtar Kent Education Foundation Scholarship
- Who can receive it: Students from Turquía
- Amount: £25,000 (≈ US$33,100) / año (2026-27 figure)
- Renewal: Renovable — up to 4 years
Fuentes (4)
“The award is open to Turkish applicants currently domiciled in Turkey who will be commencing an on-campus undergraduate degree in the 2026-2027 academic year.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“£100,000 in total towards the tuition fee cost of a degree programme. The Scholarship shall fund £25,000 per year towards these costs.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The scholarship aims to support a talented student who may lack the means, or who is currently suffering significant financial hardship, to undertake international study.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Funding for this award has yet to be confirmed for Academic Year 2027/28. Please continue to check this webpage for updated information.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Asylum Seeker Scholarship
- Amount: £21,000 (≈ US$27,800) / año (2026-27 figure)
- Number of awards: 2
Fuentes (4)
“The University will offer 2 awards for entry into academic year 2026-2027. The award offers tuition fee and living cost support to those most in need who are seeking asylum.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Each scholarship will cover the 'home' rate of fee and provide a stipend per annum of around £21,000.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“To be eligible for this Scholarship you should have applied for admission to an undergraduate degree programme at The University of Edinburgh commencing in 2026-2027 and received confirmation from the Fees and Student Support Team that your fees status has been updated to home student-Scotland fee rate (Asylum Seeker).”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Funding for this award has yet to be confirmed for Academic Year 2027/28. Please continue to check this webpage for updated information.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Rosedale OSSD University of Edinburgh Scholarship
- Amount: £10,000 (≈ US$13,300) por única vez (2026-27 figure)
- Number of awards: 1
- Deadline: 30 abr
Fuentes (4)
“Rosedale International Education and the University of Edinburgh are proud to announce the launch of the Rosedale OSSD University of Edinburgh Scholarship. Starting in the 2026 academic year, £10,000 will be awarded to one successful candidate during their first year of studies at the University of Edinburgh.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Have graduated from Rosedale Global High School”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Be starting a first undergraduate full time degree programme at the University of Edinburgh in the 2026-2027 academic year”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Deadline: 30 April 2026.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Edinburgh Global Undergraduate Mathematics Scholarships
- Who can receive it: Solo para estudiantes internacionales
- Amount: £5,000 (≈ US$6,600)
- Renewal: Renovable
- Deadline: 31 mar
Fuentes (4)
“The Edinburgh Global Undergraduate Mathematics Scholarship is awarded to international applicants who demonstrate outstanding academic performance.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“We are offering a number of scholarships for applicants demonstrating the highest levels of academic achievement. The scholarships are worth £5,000 each and will be paid directly to students in instalments as contributions to living costs. These awards will be tenable for the duration of the programme of study and are subject to satisfactory academic progress.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The scholarships are awarded to applicants with International/EU fee status who are accepted for full-time admission to an undergraduate degree programme hosted in the School of Mathematics at the University.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The deadline for applications is 23:59pm (UK Time) on Wednesday 31st March 2027.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Robertson International Scholarships
- Who can receive it: Solo para estudiantes internacionales
- Amount: £1,400 (≈ US$1,900) / año
- Number of awards: 2
- Renewal: One year only
Fuentes (2)
“There are two scholarships, each of £1,400 tenable for one year. You must be a national of a country outside the UK and be liable to pay the overseas rate of tuition fees, commencing a degree in the School of History, Classics & Archaeology.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“2027 Undergraduate Guide”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Global Talent Fund BIG Scholarships
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
- Renewal: Renovable — up to 4 years
- Deadline: 31 mar
Fuentes (4)
“Scholarships are open to students from any country who have earned a gold, silver or bronze medal in any of the following major international science Olympiads”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The scholarships are awarded to applicants who are accepted for full-time admission to an undergraduate degree programme hosted in the School of Mathematics at the University. Please note that the maximum duration of the funding is 4 years.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The scholarship is competitive and based on academic merit. Beyond academic prowess, the BIG Program also prizes students who demonstrate a collaborative spirit and leadership qualities, and who aspire to make a societal contribution in their careers. We will prioritise awards based on financial need, and therefore may be in touch with scholarship candidates to seek further information.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The deadline to apply for the scholarship will be 23:59pm (UK Time) on Wednesday 31st March 2027.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science BSc (Hons) · 4 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science BSc (Hons)”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“This programme is studied over 4 years.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Computer Science BSc (Hons) · 4 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Tuition fees: Computer Science (BSc Hons)”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“2027/8 | £1,820.00 | £10,050.00 | £40,900.00 | 4 Years”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Economics MA (Hons) · 4 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Economics MA (Hons)”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“This programme is studied over 4 years.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Law (LLB Hons) · 4 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Tuition fees: Law (LLB Hons)”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“2027/8 | £1,820.00 | £10,050.00 | £31,100.00 | 4 Years”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Medicine (MBChB) · 6 years Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Medicine (MBChB) - 6 year degree”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
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| Entry score guide (reference, not a minimum) | Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science BSc (Hons): A-level grades A*A*A* to AAB — typical offer Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “These are the range of grades most applicants needed to receive an offer in recent years:”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“from A*A*A* to AAB in one set of exams”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science BSc (Hons): IB Diploma points 34 to 43 points — typical offer Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “These are the range of grades most applicants needed to receive an offer in recent years:”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“from 43 points with 777 at HL to 34 points with 665 at HL”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Computer Science BSc (Hons): A-level grades A*A*A* to AAB — typical offer Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “These are the range of grades most applicants needed to receive an offer in recent years:”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“from A*A*A* to AAB in one set of exams”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Computer Science BSc (Hons): IB Diploma points 34 to 43 points — typical offer Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “These are the range of grades most applicants needed to receive an offer in recent years:”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“from 43 points with 777 at HL to 34 points with 665 at HL”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Economics MA (Hons): A-level grades A*A*A* to A*AA — typical offer Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “These are the range of grades most applicants needed to receive an offer in recent years:”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“from A*A*A* to A*AA”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Economics MA (Hons): IB Diploma points 37 to 40 points — typical offer Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “These are the range of grades most applicants needed to receive an offer in recent years:”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“from 40 points with 766 at HL to 37 points with 666 at HL”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | September Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Start date September 2027”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
| Interview | Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science BSc (Hons): Not offered Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Interviews and admissions tests do not normally form part of our admissions process, but there are some exceptions for specific programmes.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“We do not interview for entry to any other degree programmes.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Medicine (MBChB): Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an assessment half-day, during which they will have an opportunity to find out more about studying medicine in Edinburgh, as well as undergoing a series of short interviews.”medicine-vet-medicine.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “As part of your application, you will need: your academic qualifications a personal statement evidence of your English language skills (with relevant qualifications) a reference”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Personal statement / main essay: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “As part of your application, you will need: your academic qualifications a personal statement evidence of your English language skills (with relevant qualifications) a reference”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Teacher recommendation: Required ×1 (reference) Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “As part of your application, you will need: your academic qualifications a personal statement evidence of your English language skills (with relevant qualifications) a reference”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11School transcript / academic records: Required (reference) Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “As part of your application, you will need: your academic qualifications a personal statement evidence of your English language skills (with relevant qualifications) a reference”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
Deadlines (September 2027 entry)
| UCAS equal-consideration deadline — Application — September intake | 13 eneFuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “2027 entry UCAS deadline: 13 January 2027 (6:00pm GMT)”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“This is the deadline for all UK, EU and international applicants to non-medicine and veterinary medicine programmes.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
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| UCAS early deadline — Application — September intake (Medicine (MBChB)) | 15 octFuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Applications are made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) from the beginning of September to 15 October 2026 for 2027 entry.”medicine-vet-medicine.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science BSc (Hons): £38,900 per year (≈ US$51,600) (2026–27 figure) Computer Science BSc (Hons): £40,900 per year (≈ US$54,200) (2027–28 figure) Economics MA (Hons): £29,600 per year (≈ US$39,200) (2026–27 figure) Law (LLB Hons): £31,100 per year (≈ US$41,200) (2027–28 figure) Medicine (MBChB): £54,650 per year (≈ US$72,400) (2026–27 figure) |
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| Housing and meals | £1,182 per month (≈ US$1,600) (2026–27 figure) (reference) |
| Living costs (college estimate) | £13,914 per year (≈ US$18,400) (2026–27 figure) (reference) |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
| Health insurance rule for the student visa | Student visa applicants must pay the immigration healthcare surcharge as part of the visa application; the amount depends on visa length. |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | £1,171–£1,529 per month (≈ US$1,600–2,000) (reference) |
Fuentes (23)
“The tuition fees published below only apply if you are entering study in 2026-2027.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Programme name | Programme Code | School | Scotland | Rest of UK | International/ EU”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science (BSc Hons) | UTAICSC | School of Informatics | £1,820.00 | £9,790.00 | £38,900.00”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Estimate your tuition fees (2027–2028 entry)”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Tuition fees: Computer Science (BSc Hons)”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Academic Session | Scotland fee rate | Rest of UK fee rate | International/EU fee rate | Duration”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“2027/8 | £1,820.00 | £10,050.00 | £40,900.00 | 4 Years”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Economics (MA Hons) | UTECNMC | School of Economics | £1,820.00 | £9,790.00 | £29,600.00”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Estimate your tuition fees (2027–2028 entry)”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Tuition fees: Law (LLB Hons)”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Academic Session | Scotland fee rate | Rest of UK fee rate | International/EU fee rate | Duration”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“2027/8 | £1,820.00 | £10,050.00 | £31,100.00 | 4 Years”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The tuition fees published below only apply if you are entering one of these years of study in 2026-2027.”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Medicine (MBChB) - 6 year degree”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Fee status Home-Scotland Home-RUK and ROI International/EU*”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Medicine (MBChB) £1,820 £9,790 £54,650”registryservices.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“University catered accommodation includes two meals per day in the rental price and is only available for 39-week leases.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“University catered (39-week lease) University self-catered (39-week lease) Private Private student”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Estimated total £1,182 per month £938 per month £752 per month £1,249 per month”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Estimated total living costs for a single person for 2026-2027”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“For 2026-2027, we estimate that it will cost an average of £1,546 each month to live in Edinburgh as a single undergraduate student. This equates to £13,914 for a 39-week academic year and £18,552 for a full year.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“You’ll also have to pay the healthcare surcharge as part of your application. How much you pay depends on how long your visa lasts.”www.gov.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“£1,529 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses in London £1,171 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London”www.gov.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-12; the college charges in its own currency.
Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Guaranteed Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “We guarantee an offer of University accommodation for all new, single undergraduate students from outside Edinburgh. To be eligible, you need to meet all criteria and apply for accommodation by 31 July in the year of your entry to the University.”study.ed.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
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Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Degree-level full-time students at a higher education provider with a track record of compliance may work part-time in term-time (max 20 hours a week) and full-time during vacations. government rule Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Full-time course at degree level or above Then the following work is permitted: - part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week) - full-time during vacations, including the period before the course starts”www.gov.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 20 government rule Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “- part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week)”www.gov.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Graduate visa: 2 years if applying on or before 31 December 2026; 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027 (3 years for PhD/doctoral). government rule Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “2 years if you apply on or before 31 December 2026 18 months if you apply on or after 1 January 2027 If you have a PhD or other doctoral qualification, it will last for 3 years.”www.gov.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
Ubicación
| City / state | Edinburgh |
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| Nearest major airport | Edinburgh Airport (EDI), about 12 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q160302 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).