Imperial College London
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Imperial College London is in London, United Kingdom. Tuition for international students: £44,800–£61,550 (≈ US$59,400–81,600) per year (reference). Standard entry requirements: A-levels A*AA (A* in Mathematics); A-levels A*A*A or A*AAA; A-levels A*AA including Chemistry and Biology, with A* in one of these subjects. Language: IELTS 6.5, IELTS 7, TOEFL iBT 92, TOEFL iBT 100. Applying: intake: September. Scholarships: 3 from the university.
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition £47,800 per year (≈ US$63,400) (varies by programme) |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 3 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. |
| Chances of admission | A-levels: A*AA (A* in Mathematics). IB Diploma: 39 points (7 in Mathematics at higher level, 6 in two further subjects at higher level). Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ English minimum: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL (1–6) 4.5, TOEFL 92, Duolingo 115, PTE 62. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: Jan 13 (UCAS equal-consideration deadline) |
| Where and how students live | London · 20 km from LHR airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Guaranteed |
| 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. · co-op / paid work terms are part of degrees |
| 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.
Financial aid & requirements for international students
| Merit scholarships | Yes — international students can receive merit scholarshipsSources (2)“Our sector-leading Imperial Inspires scholarships provide financial support for outstanding international applicants to undergraduate and selected postgraduate taught courses.”Www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“We assess applicants based on academic merit and potential.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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| English proficiency | English test required unless an exemption applies
Sources (12)“To study with us, all home, EU and overseas applicants must demonstrate they meet the required English language competency level for their chosen course.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“You may not need to prove your English speaking knowledge if you have completed a qualification that is equivalent to a UK degree from certain countries.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“TOEFL (iBT) and (iBT Paper)”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Standard (new 1–6 scale): 4.5 (minimum 4.5 in all elements)”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Please note: TOEFL iBT has introduced a new 1–6 banded score system with 0.5-point increments on 21 January 2026.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Standard: 92 overall (minimum 20 in all elements)”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“IELTS – Academic (Test-Centre/UKVI SELT/Online)”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Standard: 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in all elements)”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Duolingo English Test”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Standard Level: 115 overall with no less than 105 in any integrated subscore”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“PTE – Academic (Test-Centre/UKVI SELT)”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Standard: 62 overall (minimum 56 in all elements)”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Economics, Finance and Data Science BSc: No conditional admission Sources (1)“We do not accept Pre-Sessional English courses for applicants who don't meet our English language requirements and there are no foundation years you can complete prior to the degree course.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Degree programmes taught in English | YesSources (2)“All University programmes are taught in English.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“To study with us, all home, EU and overseas applicants must demonstrate they meet the required English language competency level for their chosen course.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
Scholarships for first-year students
Imperial Inspires Scholarships
£15,000 (≈ US$19,900) / year
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: £15,000 (≈ US$19,900) / year (2027-28 figure)
- Renewal: Renewable
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
- Deadline: Feb 5
Sources (4)
“For 2027 entry, we're offering at least 300 scholarships worth £15,000 per year for international students eligible to pay our Overseas rate of tuition.”Www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Successful applicants will be awarded £15,000 per year for each year of course, providing meaningful support towards your tuition fees and living costs.”Www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“We assess applicants based on academic merit and potential. We consider your UCAS application, admissions test and interview, if applicable.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Submit your Imperial Inspires Scholarship application by 23:59 (UK time) on 5 February 2027.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Imperial Excellence Scholarship — BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science
£5,000 (≈ US$6,600) / year
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
- Amount: £5,000 (≈ US$6,600) / year
- Deadline: Jan 13
Sources (4)
“The Imperial Excellence Scholarship recognises the most outstanding candidates joining BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science, as demonstrated through their application and interview.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“£5,000 per year”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Be assessed as Home or Overseas for fee purposes”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“To be considered for this award, candidates need to apply for the course by the UCAS deadline of 13 January 2027.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Business School Excellence Award
50% of tuition
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
- Amount: 50% of tuition (2026-27 figure)
- Renewal: Renewable — up to 3 years
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (4)
“50% of the total tuition fee per year, for up to three years’ duration”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Are assessed as either Home or Overseas for fee purposes”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Applicants who receive an offer for an eligible programme will be automatically considered for this award.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Academic year 2026/2027”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Biochemistry BSc · 3 years Source (2)“Biochemistry BSc”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Duration: 3 years”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Computing BEng · 3 years Source (2)“Computing BEng”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Duration: 3 years”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Economics, Finance and Data Science BSc · 3 years Source (2)“Economics, Finance and Data Science BSc”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Duration: 3 years”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Mathematics BSc · 3 years Source (2)“Mathematics BSc”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Duration: 3 years”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Mechanical Engineering MEng · 4 years Source (2)“Mechanical Engineering MEng”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Duration: 4 years”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Medicine MBBS/BSc · 6 years Source (2)“Medicine MBBS/BSc”Www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Duration: 6 years”Www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Entry score guide (reference, not a minimum) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | September Source (2)“All our undergraduate programmes start in the Autumn of each year: typically late September or early October.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Start date: October 2027”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Interview | Economics, Finance and Data Science BSc: Required Source (2)“Successful candidates will be invited to an online interview with an academic (20-30 minutes).”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Interviews: Many of our programmes require applicants to be interviewed as part of the selection process.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Mathematics BSc: Not offered Source (1)“We don't currently use interviews as part of our regular admissions process.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required Source (1)“To study with us, all home, EU and overseas applicants must demonstrate they meet the required English language competency level for their chosen course.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (2)“Step 3. Write your personal statement”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“The personal statement must be submitted via UCAS as part of the application.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Teacher recommendation: Required Source (2)“The deadlines for receipt of complete applications (including an acceptable UCAS reference) for entry in the next academic year (or deferred entry within the same UCAS cycle) follow the UCAS Equal Consideration Dates (ECDs).”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Departments reserve the right to process an unsuccessful outcome on an application where no reference is provided by the relevant UCAS application deadline.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11School transcript / academic records: Required Source (1)“As part of the application process, you are required to provide a complete academic record which is true and accurate.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Economics, Finance and Data Science BSc: Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Required Source (1)“To be eligible for selection for this course, it is mandatory to sit the Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA) as part of the application process.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
Deadlines (September 2027 entry)
| UCAS equal-consideration deadline — Application | Jan 13 (reference)Source (2)“Application deadlines – Wednesday 13 January 2027 at 18.00 (UK time)”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Final applications for BSc Economics, Finance and Data Science should be submitted to UCAS by this date to receive equal consideration.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | Biochemistry BSc: £47,800 per year (≈ US$63,400) (reference) Computing BEng: £47,800 per year (≈ US$63,400) (2027–28 figure) Economics, Finance and Data Science BSc: £44,800 total (≈ US$59,400) (2027–28 figure) Mathematics BSc: £44,850 per year (≈ US$59,500) (2027–28 figure) Mechanical Engineering MEng: £47,800 per year (≈ US$63,400) (reference) Medicine MBBS/BSc: £61,550 per year (≈ US$81,600) (2027–28 figure) |
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| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | £1,821–£1,893 per month (≈ US$2,400–2,500) (2026 figure) |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| 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$1,600–2,000) (reference) |
Sources (18)
“Start date: October 2027”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Overseas fee: £47,800 per year”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Overseas fee: £47,800 per year”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Start date: October 2027”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“£44,800 for the full programme for overseas students”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Overseas fee: £44,800”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“The fees for the 2027-28 academic year are: £10,050 per year for home students; £44,800 for the full programme for overseas students.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Overseas fee: £44,850 per year”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Start date: October 2027”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Start date: October 2027”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Overseas fee: £47,800 per year”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Overseas fee: £61,550 per year”Www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Start date: October 2027”Www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Likely costs for living in London – 2026”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“£1,821 to £1,893, Monthly”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Tuition fees and study materials are not included here.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“You’ll also have to pay the healthcare surcharge as part of your application. How much you pay depends on how long your visa lasts.”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“£1,529 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses in London £1,171 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11US$ 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 Source (1)“All first year students who accept Imperial as their firm choice are guaranteed a place in College accommodation provided they're eligible and complete their application by the deadline.”www.IMPERIAL.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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| Years of guaranteed campus housing | 1 Source (1)“All first year students who accept Imperial as their firm choice are guaranteed a place in College accommodation provided they're eligible and complete their application by the deadline.”www.IMPERIAL.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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 Source (1)“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 20 government rule Source (1)“- part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week)”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Co-op / paid work terms built into degrees | Yes Source (2)“You'll spend this year on a paid industrial placement.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“You will spend this year either working in industry or completing research. This will be an integrated, 12-month placement in industry or a research organisation.”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 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 Source (1)“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Graduates employed or in further study (college survey) | Department of Computing: 95% (2023–24 figure) Source (2)“95% Of Imperial Computing graduates in work or further study”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“*2023-24 graduate outcomes data, published by HESA in 2026”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Department of Life Sciences: 93% (2023–24 figure) Source (2)“93% Of Imperial Life Sciences graduates in work or further study”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“*2023-24 graduate outcomes data, published by HESA in 2026”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Department of Mathematics: 99% (2023–24 figure) Source (2)“99% Of Imperial Mathematics graduates in work or further study”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“*2023-24 graduate outcomes data, published by HESA in 2026”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Department of Mechanical Engineering: 100% (2023–24 figure) Source (2)“100% Of Imperial Mechanical Engineering graduates in work or further study”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“*2023-24 graduate outcomes data, published by HESA in 2026”www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Faculty of Medicine: 99% (2023–24 figure) Source (2)“99% Of Faculty of Medicine graduates in work or further study”Www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“*2023-24 graduate outcomes data, published by HESA in 2026”Www.imperial.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
Location
| City / state | London |
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| Nearest major airport | London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 20 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q189022 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).