Entry requirements

The University of St Andrews admits students from all over the world, and we consider a wide range of international qualifications against our entry requirements.

Nomination by a partner institution or provider does not guarantee an offer of a place at St Andrews. All decisions on admission are made by the University of St Andrews.

The University will consider the following information as part of your application:

higher education academic record to date
the context in which results have been achieved
personal statement
academic reference
English language ability, where appropriate.

Only complete applications will be considered.

Applicants for undergraduate exchange or study abroad programmes must meet the following criteria:
- completed at least one year in full-time higher education by the point of intended entry to St Andrews
- have a minimum average grade of 3.2 (on a USA 4.0 GPA scale) or equivalent.
Applicants for postgraduate exchange or study abroad programmes must meet the following criteria:
- completed a bachelor’s degree with Honours (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, with an overall grade of 2.1 (UK), 2.2 or B+ (Europe), 3.6 GPA (USA) or equivalent
- have a strong average grade in your current degree programme.
All students entering the University must provide evidence that they can use English well enough to study effectively at St Andrews.

The University accepts a wide range of language tests and qualifications as proof of English language proficiency. If you are from a non-English speaking country or use English as an additional language, you should include information about your English language proficiency with your application.

For information on the language tests and qualifications which the University accepts, see the following:
- undergraduate English language requirements
- postgraduate English language requirements.
Foundation programmes

The International Education Institute offers foundation programmes for international students who do not have the academic or language qualifications needed for direct entry to a degree programme.

Pre-sessional courses

Postgraduate students can attend one of the University’s pre-sessional courses. These combine language development with academic skills and orientation and provide an excellent introduction to university life.

It may be a condition of your offer that you are required to take a pre-sessional course.

Entry requirements

Undergraduate applicants

Postgraduate applicants

English language proficiency