Quick Summary
Keele University is a public founded in 1949, located in Keele, United Kingdom. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 12500 students including 22% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Nursing, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 80%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Keele offers a unique campus experience with a focus on sustainability and a tight-knit community, consistently ranking high for student satisfaction.
Subject Strengths
NursingPharmacy and PharmacologyMedicinePoliticsEnvironmental Sciences
Founded1949
TypePublic
Total Students12500
Intl Students22%
Faculty Ratio15.5
CampusRural/Self-contained
Campus Size600 acres
Affiliated HospitalsRoyal Stoke University Hospital, County Hospital Stafford
AccreditationGeneral Medical Council, General Pharmaceutical Council, Bar Standards Board, AACSB
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501-600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught, Postgraduate Research, CPD, Foundation years
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Keele Institute for Innovation and Teaching Excellence, Institute for Global Health, Institute for Sustainable Futures
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
General Medical Council, General Pharmaceutical Council, Bar Standards Board, AACSB
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate80%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL87
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 29 (UCAS Equal Consideration), June 30 (Final International)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on a strong personal statement demonstrating interest in multidisciplinary study and real-world impact. Medicine applicants must take the UCAT.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in British Pound
UG Tuition
£18,400/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£9,800/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£18,800/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£282,275/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableKeele International Excellence Scholarship, Developing Countries Scholarship, Alumni Discount
Avg Scholarship$6,500
Financial AidKeele Hardship Fund, US Federal Loans
Work-StudyYes, via Unitemps
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught, Postgraduate Research, CPD, Foundation years programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Forensic Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Management | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$32,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong placement links with NHS, local law firms, and tech industries in Staffordshire
Industry Connections
Keele Science and Innovation ParkAstraZenecaBentley Motors
Notable Alumni
Clare Short, Eliab Omwang'angye, Dame Fiona Woolf
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Keele Sports Centre, floodlit pitches, climbing wall, gym
Student Clubs
Over 100 student-led societies and sports clubs
Library Resources
Campus Library open 24/7 during term time, extensive digital archives
Exchange Programs
Yes, Erasmus+ and worldwide partnerships
Summer Programs
International Summer Schools available