Quick Summary
UCL (University College London) is a public research university founded in 1826, located in London, United Kingdom. Ranked #9 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 51050 students including 53% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Education, Architecture, Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Consistently ranked in the global top 10; located in the world's best student city; unmatched research intensity and interdisciplinary focus.
Subject Strengths
EducationArchitectureMedicinePsychologyPharmacyArchaeologyAnthropologyGeography
Founded1826
TypePublic Research University
Total Students51050
Intl Students53%
Faculty Ratio10.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size200 buildings in Central London
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity College Hospital, Great Ormond Street Hospital, Royal Free Hospital, Moorfields Eye Hospital, National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
AccreditationPrivy Council, AACSB, RIBA, RICS, GMC
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#9
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#22
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#16
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught, Postgraduate Research (MPhil/PhD), CPD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
UCL Institute of Education, UCL Cancer Institute, Sainsbury Wellcome Centre, Francis Crick Institute (partner)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Privy Council, AACSB, RIBA, RICS, GMC
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL92
Min GPA3.3
GRENot required for most programs (exceptions apply in Economics/Management)
GMATRequired for specific School of Management programs
SAT1410-1500 (for US applicants)
ACT31-33 (for US applicants)
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 29 (UCAS), PG varies (typically March to June)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus heavily on the personal statement to demonstrate academic passion and suitability for the specific course; for PG, ensure research proposals are highly detailed.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Pound Sterling
UG Tuition
£28,100/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£17,300/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£31,100/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$115
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£48,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableUCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship, Denys Holland Scholarship, Chevening, Commonwealth Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$12,000
Financial AidLimited for international students; UK students eligible for Student Finance England
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught, Postgraduate Research (MPhil/PhD), CPD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Education | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$55,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong support through UCL Careers and global industry links
Industry Connections
Google DeepMindNHSAmazonBritish MuseumBloombergDeloitte
Notable Alumni
Mahatma Gandhi, Alexander Graham Bell, Christopher Nolan, Ricky Gervais, Francis Crick
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Bloomsbury Fitness, Somers Town Sports Centre, Shenley Sports Ground
Student Clubs
250+ student societies and 70+ sports clubs
Library Resources
17 specialist libraries with over 2 million books
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available