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Introduction
North American students in their final year of high school are invited to apply to our Freshman Year Abroad programme.
When can I study in Edinburgh?
You can study at Edinburgh for the full academic year or for the fall semester (semester one).
| Academic year | September - May |
|---|---|
| Semester one | September - December |
What are the entrance requirements?
We expect you to have a strong academic record. You need one of the following to apply:
- SAT I Reasoning Test* at 1800 (600 minimum in math, critical reading and writing) plus two individual subject tests or SAT II (SAT subject tests) with 600 minimum
- SAT I Reasoning Test* at 1800 (600 minimum in math, critical reading and writing) plus two Advanced Placement Tests (APs) at grade four
- Three AP Tests at grade four minimum
- Successful completion of one year of study at a university in North America.
*ACT composite score of 27 can be accepted in lieu of SAT I Reasoning Test
English Language requirements
If English is not your first language then you will need to meet the English language requirements for all undergraduate students at the university:
Questions about requirements?
If you have any concerns about whether your grades will meet our entry requirements, please contact us prior to application.
What can I study at Edinburgh?
We offer a huge range of arts, humanities and social science courses, as well as courses in science and engineering. Freshman year abroad students may select from first-year courses only.
Tuition fees 2010-2011
| Academic year | £11,100 |
|---|---|
| Semester one | £5,800 |
Accommodation (housing)
We guarantee university accommodation for all Freshman Year Abroad students. Once you have an offer from the University, you should make your online application for university accommodation. Most freshmen stay in Pollock Halls of Residence, but we have other housing options available as well.
Further studies
Students on the Freshman Year Abroad programme who wish to continue degree studies at the University should discuss this with an admissions officer during their freshman year.
In most cases, progression to full degree studies is a straightforward matter, with the exception of the following degree programmes:
- Architecture
- Social Work
- Nursing
- Fine Art
- Music (including Music Technology)
Students who are interested in the degrees listed above should apply via UCAS.
This article was published on Feb 2, 2010