University of St Andrews

Ranked as the third-oldest university in the English-speaking world, the University of St Andrews located in Scotland, was initially established in 1413. It prides itself on being a leading research institution in the fields of Medicine, Science, Religion, and Arts and boasts an enrollment of over 10,000 students from 130 countries. The university is home to four faculties that encompass a wide range of academic schools and departments such as Biology, Philosophy, Music, and International Relations. Students at St Andrews have the opportunity to study subjects at both the Undergraduate and Postgraduate level, with a vast selection to choose from including French, Divinity, Film Studies, and Neuroscience. On-campus, students have access to a diverse range of libraries, namely the Main Library, JF Allen Library, and the Library at the Gateway, which offer an extensive collection of printed and e-resources. In addition to their degree programs, the university also provides a plethora of non-degree options such as summer school, upskilling courses, and evening language courses, as well as an Open Association program. With an impressive 94.9% of undergraduates securing employment after graduation, St Andrews is known for its strong track record of producing highly employable graduates. Accommodation is readily available with over 4,000-bed spaces, offering catered and self-catered single and shared rooms. Popular choices among students include University Hall, David Russell Apartments, and John Burnet Hall. With 150 student organizations to choose from, students can partake in a variety of activities ranging from cultural and religious to academic and artistic. The university also offers over 50 sports clubs and 100 competitive sports teams. Tuition fees at St Andrews range from GBP 1,820 for Scottish students to GBP 9,250 for UK students and GBP 25,100- GBP 32,910 for EU and international students. Financial assistance is available in the form of scholarships, bursaries, grants, and other grants such as Government Discretionary Funds, vacation grants, Fife Dux Scheme, BA International Honors Scholarship, and the Duncan Trust.