University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland
About the University of Edinburgh
Founded in 1583, the University of Edinburgh (UoE) is the sixth oldest university in the English-speaking world and one of Britain and Ireland’s seven ancient universities. A world leading research-intensive university, UoE offers boasts entrepreneurial and cross-disciplinary culture that attracts students and staff from across the globe.
A brief history
Edinburgh University first begun as a college of law before expanding into a formally established college, under the Royal Charter of King James VI of Scotland on 14th April 1582.
General information
UoE is made up of three colleges: Humanities and Social Science, Science and Engineering, and Medicine and Veterinary Medicine. Within these three colleges, there are 20 academic schools.
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Quick facts about the University of Edinburgh
- Average undergrad degree: 3 years course specific
- Setting: Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland
- Residential Status: Both on and off campus
- Number of Undergraduates: 23,300 (approx)
University of Edinburgh by the numbers
What is UoE's QS World University Ranking?
#20
How many colleges does UoE have?
3 colleges containing 21 schools
What is UoE's student-faculty ratio?
14:1
What is the percentage of international students at UoE?
37%
What is the median starting salary of UoE graduates?
£22,500
What percentage of UoE students are male and what percentage are female?
40% male and 60% female
How hard is it to get into UoE?
The University of Edinburgh is a very competitive institution with an acceptance rate of only 10%.
