University College London (UCL): Acceptance Rate, Deadline, Rankings & Fees 2026

University College London (UCL): Acceptance Rate, Deadline, Rankings & Fees 2026

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University College London (UCL), founded in 1826, is one of the UK’s leading Russell Group universities and ranks #9 globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Located in central London’s Bloomsbury district, UCL is a research-intensive institution with more than 51,000 students from over 150 countries. Currently, UCL hosts over 1,000 students from India. 

UCL London is known for academic strength in high-demand fields such as Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Business, and Architecture; areas that consistently attract Indian applicants. Popular choices include MSc Data Science, Computer Science, MBA, and Master of Architecture. Most undergraduate and postgraduate taught programs start in the September intake, and applications are currently open.

For international students, UCL fees for postgraduate programs range from £26,200 to £57,700 (32.39 to 71.35 lakhs INR) per year, while undergraduate fees range from £26,200 to £47,000 (32.39 to 58.11 lakhs INR) per year. Indian master’s students can apply for the UCL India Excellence Scholarship, which offers a £5,000 (6.18 lakhs INR) tuition reduction to selected candidates.

Living costs in central London are relatively high. UCL University estimates about £16,447 (20.33 lakhs INR) per year for undergraduates (*39-week academic year) and £22,427 (27.73 lakhs INR) per year for postgraduates (**52-week academic year), making early financial planning essential for international students.

Particulars Details
Established 1826
Acceptance Rate Around 24%
Total Students 51,000 (50% international)
Indian Students 1,000+
Intake September
Academic Year Divided into 3 terms
- First term: 28 September 2026 to 18 December 2026
- Second term: 11 January 2027 to 24 March 2027
- Third term: Monday 26 April 2027 to Friday 11 June 2027
Popular Courses Among Indians - MBA
- Master of Architecture
- MSc Data Science
- MSc Computer Science
- MSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering
Tuition Fees/ year - UG fees: £26,200 - £47,000 (31.77 to 57 lakhs INR)
- PG fees: £26,200 - £57,700 (31.77 to 69.98 lakhs INR)
- MBA fees: £25,300 - £42,500 (30.68 to 51.54 lakhs INR)
- MBBS fees: £57,300 (69.5 lakhs INR)
Accommodation University halls: £159.60 to £360 (19,735 to 44,516 INR) per week
Scholarships - India Excellence Scholarship: £5,000 (6.18 lakhs INR)
- Chevening Scholarship: 100% tuition fee

*39-week academic year is considered standard for undergraduate studies in UK.

**52-week academic year is considered standard for postgraduate studies in UK, as full-time postgraduate courses are mostly of 1 year.

Note: 1 GBP= 123.66 INR as of February 10, 2026


Popular Master’s Courses at UCL

UCL attracts Indian students to some of the UK’s most sought-after master’s programs, especially in STEM fields. Courses like the MSc Data Science, MSc Artificial Intelligence, and MSc Computer Science top the list for tech-focused applicants. Business-minded students are drawn to the UCL School of Management, with high-demand programs such as MSc Management, MSc Business Analytics, and Entrepreneurship.

The application deadline for UCL masters courses is aligned from March to June for the upcoming September 2026 intake. Classes start from 28 September 2026.

Courses Annual Fees (GBP/ INR) Entry Requirements Additional Skills UCL Application Deadline
Master of Architecture £35,400/ 42.93 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree in Architecture with 60% marks + IELTS 7.0 1 year of related work experience 27 February 2026
MSc Data Science £46,700/ 56.63 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree with 60% marks + IELTS 6.5 Knowledge of mathematical methods, linear algebra, introductory probability, statistics, and computer programming 27 March 2026
MSc Computer Science £42,700/ 51.78 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 60% marks + IELTS 7.0 Standard computational thinking skills 27 March 2026
MSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering £42,700/ 51.78 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 60% marks + IELTS 7.0 Relevant work experience is considered 27 March 2026
MSc Business Analytics £46,700/ 56.63 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 60% marks + IELTS 7.0 None 26 June 2026
MSc Finance £48,250/ 58.51 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 60% marks + IELTS 7.0 Optional GRE quant 162+ or 80th percentile in GMAT/GMAT Focus strengthens the application 26 June 2026
MSc Development Psychology and Clinical Practice £39,200/ 47.53 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with 60% marks + IELTS 7.0 Relevant experience working with children or adolescents 3 February 2026 (closed)
MSc Economics £39,200/ 47.53 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree in Economics with 60% marks + IELTS 7.0 Must have a GRE quant score of 162 or above 8 May 2026
MSc Information Security £42,700/ 51.78 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 60% marks + IELTS 7.0 Relevant work experience is considered 27 March 2026
MSc Data Science & Machine Learning £42,700/ 51.78 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 60% marks + IELTS 7.0 Must know mathematical methods, including linear algebra, calculus, probability, and statistics 27 March 2026
MSc Management £42,700/ 51.78 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree in any subject with 60% marks + IELTS 7.0 None 26 June 2026
MSc Clinical & Public Health Nutrition £39,200/ 47.53 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 60% marks + IELTS 6.5 None 26 June 2026

Note: UCL college accepts 3- to 5-year bachelor’s degrees for admission to the above MSc programs. The entry requirements mentioned above are the minimum standards set by UCL. Actual requirements may vary. Student reviews on Reddit state that candidates surpassing the minimum requirements may also find it difficult to enter. Factors like SOP, subjects taken in previous studies and their scores, recommendations are crucial.


Popular Undergraduate Courses at UCL

At the undergraduate level, Science and technology courses such as Computer Science, Engineering (including Electrical, Mechanical, and Chemical) and Mathematics remain top picks among Indian students at UCL.

In the last application cycle, UCL received over 22,000 applications for its courses in the Faculty of Engineering Sciences. The Mathematical and Physical Science Faculty received over 15,000 applications for their courses.

Applications for UG courses at UCL must be submitted via UCAS by the 14 January deadline for guaranteed consideration. However, applications are accepted untill June 30. 

Course Annual Fees (GBP/ INR) Entry Requirements Additional Requirement
LLB £35,400/ 42.39 lakhs INR Class 12 certificate with five subjects at 95, 95, 95, 90, 90 + IELTS 7.5 Must take the LNAT test before applying
BEng Mechanical Engineering £42,700/ 51.78 lakhs INR Class 12 certificate with five subjects at 95, 95, 95, 90, 90 + IELTS 6.5 None
BSc Computer Science £46,700/ 56.63 lakhs INR Class 12 certificate with five subjects at 95, 95, 95, 90, 90 + IELTS 6.5 Must take the *TARA test
BSc Data Science £42,700/ 51.78 lakhs INR Class 12 certificate with five subjects at 95, 95, 95, 90, 90 + IELTS 7.0 None
BEng Biomedical Engineering £42,700/ 51.78 lakhs INR Class 12 certificate with five subjects each at 90 + IELTS 6.5 None
BSc Statistics, Economics & Finance £42,700/ 51.78 lakhs INR Class 12 certificate with five subjects at 95, 95, 95, 90, 90 + IELTS 7.0 None

*TARA Test: For 2026 entry, UCAS applicants for selected UCL programs must take the new TARA (Test of Academic Reasoning for Admissions), run by University Admissions Tests UK. It is a non-subject test that measures core academic skills needed for university study, and applicants will need to pay a £130 (15,700 INR) registration fee to take it. TARA is an online computer-based test, taken at an authorized Pearson VUE test center, not from home.

Important Note for UG Applicants at UCL:

You can also apply to a UG program if you have completed one year of a bachelor's degree at an Indian university recognised by UCL, with an average grade equivalent to UK Upper Second Class or 55%+. For applicants applying with Class 12 marks, UCL only accepts the Indian School Certificate awarded by CISCE or CBSE and the Higher Secondary Certificate from Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal state boards only.

Did you know? UCL organizes a summer-school program in India, for current Indian students in class 11. Visit UCL India summer school 2026 for more information. 

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University College London MBA

UCL offers three types of MBA programs:

  • Major Infrastructure Delivery MBA:
    • For mid-career professionals to advance into leadership of major projects in infrastructure, construction, and civil engineering.
  • MBA with Peking University:
    • For professionals aiming to engage with China's dynamic innovation and technology sectors. The program is delivered in Beijing and optionally in London.
  • Flex MBA:
    • AMBA-accredited part-time program for ambitious professionals who want an MBA without pausing their career. It can be studied online, in London, or both - over 2 to 5 years.
Course Annual Fees Entry Requirements Additional Requirements
Major Infrastructure Delivery MBA £25,300/ 30.68 lakhs INR Honors bachelor’s degree with 55% marks + IELTS 7.0 At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in project management
MBA with Peking University 418,000 RMB (Chinese Yuan)/ 53.83 lakhs INR to be paid to Peking University Bachelor’s degree with 55% marks + IELTS 6.5 - 3 years of work experience
- GMAT score of 600 or equivalent GRE. OR
- Other standardized test approved by UCL and Peking University
Flex MBA £42,500/ 51.54 lakhs INR Bachelor’s degree with 60% marks + IELTS 7.0 3 years of full-time work experience

UCL Application Deadlines 2026 for MBA 

  • Major Infrastructure Delivery MBA: 28 August 2026
  • MBA with Peking University: 13 June 2026
  • Flex MBA:
    • Round 1: 23 February 2026
    • Round 2: 25 May 2026
    • Round 3: 24 August 2026

Student Reviews on UCL

Student feedback on UCL paints a picture of a prestigious, academically rigorous university with strong global exposure, but one where students must navigate high costs and limited placement support. It is rated above 8.0 out of 10 for its academics, faculty, infrastructure, & accommodation. Read detailed reviews on UCL to know more.

First day at UCL as a Master of Architecture student.


UCL Admissions 2026

UCL offers only the September intake for international admissions. The university is one of the most competitive universities among its Russell Group peers. As per the latest official statistics, UCL holds an offer rate of 43%, resulting in around 43 out of 100 applicants getting an admission offer from the university. However, the actual acceptance rate is around 24%. This is due to students accepting offers from other universities that are more affordable than UCL and London’s living expenses

Read more details on University College London admissions 2026


UCL Requirements for International Students for Master’s

For admission to the postgraduate courses at UCL, Indian students must have a 3-5 year first-class (60-70%) or high second-class (55-60%) bachelor's degree. The score equivalent for Indian students is as follows:

UK Equivalent Degree Minimum Requirement
1st Class (UK 1st) CGPA 8.0/10, 6.5/8, 6.0/7, 4.5/6, 3.3/4 or 65%
Upper Second Class (UK 2:1) CGPA 7.5/10, 6.0/8, 5.5/7, 4.0/6, 3.0/4 or 60%
Lower Second Class (UK 2:2) CGPA 6.5/10, 5.5/8, 5.0/7, 3.5/6, 2.7/4 or 55%

Supporting Documents:

  • Academic transcripts and degree certificates with English translations
  • English proficiency test score report
  • SOP
  • Copy of passport

UCL Portal: Online (course-specific)

UCL Application Fee: £35-£160 (4,200 to 19,350 INR), depending on the course


UCL Requirements for International Students for Undergraduate Programs

The academic qualifications required for admission to the undergraduate programs at UCL are as follows:

Qualification Requirements
CBSE/CISCE (Year 12) 4 subjects with scores of 85 and 1 subject with 90
State Board (Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal) 4 subjects with scores of 85 and 1 subject with 90, including 3 core subjects
One-Year Bachelor’s Degree (Indian University) Average grade equivalent to UK Upper Second Class (55-60%)

Supporting Documents:

Application Portal: UCAS

Application Fee: £28.95 (3,500 INR)


UCL Acceptance Rate

The overall UCL acceptance rate is around 24%, which varies depending on the program. For example:

  • UCL Computer Science acceptance rate is 20.09%. 
  • UCL Architecture acceptance rate is 16.67%
  • UCL Economics acceptance rate is around 40%. 

These acceptance rates are calculated based on the undergraduate application statistics report 2025-26, published by UCL London. For more details on the report, application numbers, and acceptance rate trends, visit UCL acceptance rate


Cost of Living for UCL Students

Understanding living costs in London is an important part of planning your studies at UCL. London is an expensive city to live in and expenses vary widely depending on accommodation type, lifestyle, and whether you cook at home or eat out.

An estimated breakdown of the average living expenses of UCL students is given below.

Expense Per Month UG Students’ Cost (39 weeks) PG Student’s Cost (52 weeks)
Food £211 (25,513 INR) £1,901 (2.3 lakhs INR) £2,534 (3.06 lakhs INR)
Course Materials £20 (2,418 INR) £178 (21,520 INR) £238 (28,777 INR)
Mobile Phone £20 (2,418 INR) £178 (21,520 INR) £238 (28,777 INR)
Health & Wellbeing £24 (2,900 INR) £217 (26,240 INR) £290 (35,065 INR)
Travel £129.13 (15,615 INR) £1,162.20 (1.40 lakhs INR) £1,549.60 (1.87 lakhs INR(
Total £412.13 (49,800 INR) £3,677.70 (4.45 lakhs INR) £4,903.60 (5.93 lakhs INR)

Accommodation at UCL

Accommodation is likely to be your largest expense in the cost of living. In UCL self-catered halls, undergraduates pay around £296 per week (35,790 INR), totalling £11,544 (13.95 lakhs INR) for the standard 39-week academic year. Postgraduate students, who usually stay longer, can expect £337 (40,748 INR) per week or approximately £17,524 (21.18 lakhs INR) for a 52-week contract.

Student Type Cost per Week Contract Length Total Cost
UCL Undergraduate (self-catered hall) £296 (35,790 INR) 39 weeks £11,544 (13.95 lakhs INR)
UCL Postgraduate (self-catered hall) £337 (40,748 INR) 52 weeks £17,524 (21.18 lakhs INR)
Shared Private Housing (rent only) £150–£300 (18,100 to 36,200 INR) 52 weeks £7,800–£15,600 (9.43 to 18.86 lakhs INR)

Important Considerations for Indians:

A student review on Reddit says, London can be a challenging city to live in if you have not experienced it before. While it can be great, it is expensive and not for everyone.

How to deal with the challenge?

  • For 2026-27, UCL will guarantee an offer of accommodation to all full-time, first-year undergraduates who are studying at UCL for the first time. Make use of it.
  • The Bloomsbury area in Central London has excellent public transport with multiple tube lines and student Oyster card discounts.
  • Apply for an 18+ student Oyster card as soon as possible to get 30% off adult rate travel cards and bus/tram passes. This will result in good savings towards transportation costs.
  • Link a 16-25 rail card to your Oyster card to save one-third on pay-as-you-go fares.
  • Use apps like Student Beans and Uni Days to access discount codes. Example: Wasabi, an Asian restaurant near campus, offers a 10% student discount via Uni Days.
  • Student reviews say that UCL’s canteen food is expensive and mediocre. Hence, cooking at home may save a lot of money without compromising on the quality.

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UCL Scholarships

Under its India excellence scholarship program, UCL offers 33 scholarships of £5,000 each to outstanding Indian students pursuing full-time master’s programs across any discipline. Check out the UCL scholarships for Indian students in the table below:

Scholarship Eligibility Award Details Application Deadline
India Excellence Scholarship Indian students with 70% marks in a bachelor’s degree from a top 100 NIRF-ranked university £5,000 (6.05 lakhs) for one year 26 February 2026
India Chevening / UCL Scholarship Indian students applying to Master’s courses at UCL who have academic merit 100% of the tuition fee + maintenance + flight fare Closed for 2026

At 0:59, the speaker says she is an India Excellence Scholarship recipient at UCL. 

Students often compare UCL with ICL (Imperial College London) because both are elite, London-based, globally ranked institutions. But which one is the best for you? Get a detailed picture of University College London vs Imperial College London.


UCL University Rankings 2026

UCL ranks among the top 10 universities in the QS World University Rankings. In 2026, UCL QS ranking stands at #9 position. It is also one of the most popular Russell Group Universities among Indian students for its exceptional academics.

Ranking Body 2026 Rank
QS World University Ranking #9
THE World University Ranking #22
US News Best Global Universities Ranking #7

To know more about national and subject-wise rankings, visit UCL rankings 2026.

Did you know? Filmmaker Christopher Nolan, Coldplay vocalist Chris Martin are famous UCL alumni.


UCL remains one of the strongest choices for Indian students aiming for a world-class education in 2026. Students who prepare early with strong grades and a thoughtful application can easily get into the university. However, admission is selective (around a 24% acceptance rate) and living in London requires careful financial planning.


FAQs

Ques: Does UCL accept Extra or Late applications?

Ans: UCL strongly encourages you to apply by the Equal consideration deadlines (Medicine: 15 Oct, Others: 14 Jan) for UG programs. However, some selected programs may be available for Late or Extra applications. Visit UCAS website for more details.

Ques: Does UCL offer scholarships?

Ans: Yes, UCL offers scholarships, but they are very competitive. Indian students with excellent academic performance can get a £5,000 (6.05 lakhs) scholarship while applying for a master’s course.

Ques: How to apply for UCL?

Ans: Indian students can apply to UCL directly for master’s courses and via UCAS for undergraduate courses. PG application deadlines are aligned from March to June for the upcoming September 2026 intake. UG programs follow standard UCAS deadlines.

Ques: Is UCL as good as Cambridge?

Ans: Both are top-class Russell Group universities with strong research-based teaching techniques and competitive acceptance rates (around 20-25%).

  • Cambridge excels in aesthetics, collegiate culture, and accommodation, while UCL leads in food variety, academic consistency, and ethical standing.
  • UCL is comparatively the better university, largely due to its modern advantages, research emphasis, and more inclusive history.

University College London Program Fees & Deadlines

ProgramImportant DatesFeesApplication FeesEligibilityFinancial Aid
MBA
16 months
Application Deadline For September 2026 Intake (27th Mar 2026)
USD 58,225 /Yr
GBP 42,500 /Yr
90GPA: 2.7, TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 75
MArch
2 years
Application Deadline For September 2026 Intake (27th Feb 2026)
USD 48,498 /Yr
GBP 35,400 /Yr
90GPA: 3.0, TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 7.0, PTE: 76
Application Deadline For September 2026 Intake (27th Mar 2026)
USD 58,499 /Yr
GBP 42,700 /Yr
90GPA: 3.0, TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 7.0, PTE: 76
Application Deadline For September 2026 Intake (27th Mar 2026)
USD 58,499 /Yr
GBP 42,700 /Yr
90CGPA- 7.5/10, IELTS- 7, TOEFL- 4.5, PTE- 76
Application Deadline For September 2026 Intake (27th Mar 2026)
USD 63,979 /Yr
GBP 46,700 /Yr
90GPA: 3.0, TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 75
LLB
3 years
UCAS Application Deadline For Equal Consideration 2026 Intake (14th Jan 2026)
USD 48,498 /Yr
GBP 35,400 /Yr
29TOEFL: 5.5, IELTS: 7.5, PTE: 80
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Application Deadline For September 2026 Intake (26th Jun 2026)
USD 66,103 /Yr
GBP 48,250 /Yr
90CGPA- 7.5/10, IELTS- 7, TOEFL- 4.5, PTE- 76
Application Deadline For September 2026 Intake (26th Jun 2026)
USD 63,979 /Yr
GBP 46,700 /Yr
90GPA: 3.0, TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 7.0, PTE: 76
Application Deadline For September 2026 Intake (3rd Feb 2026)
USD 50,005 /Yr
GBP 36,500 /Yr
90GPA 3.0, TOFEL(4.5), IELTS(7.0)
UCAS Application Deadline For Equal Consideration 2026 Intake (14th Jan 2026)
USD 63,979 /Yr
GBP 46,700 /Yr
29TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 75
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Important Alerts

EventsDates
Master of Architecture [MArch] Application Deadline For September 2026 Intake
Closing in 8 days

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16 months
On Campus
English
Full Time
8.3 1 Review | Ranked #90 out of 650 by QS Global Ranking 2025
Exam Scores: IELTS6.5|TOEFL4.5|PTE75|GMAT600
Important Date: 27 Mar, 2026
Entry Requirement: GPA: 2.7, TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 75
USD 58,225 /YrGBP 42,500 /Yr
1 Student Applied

Master of Architecture [MArch]

2 years
On Campus
English
Full Time
Ranked #1 out of 261 by QS Global Ranking 2025
Exam Scores: TOEFL4.5|IELTS7|PTE76
Important Date: 27 Feb, 2026
Entry Requirement: GPA: 3.0, TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 7.0, PTE: 76
USD 48,498 /YrGBP 35,400 /Yr

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M.S(1 year - 2 years)
English
Full Time
USD 11,823 - 89,735 /YrGBP 8,630 - 65,500 /Yr
Available Courses
Exams Score
IELTS7.0|TOEFL4.5|PTE76
Important Date
26 Jun, 2026
Top specializations
38 Students Applied
21 Students Admitted

M.B.A(16 months)
English
Full Time
USD 58,225 /YrGBP 42,500 /Yr
Available Course
Exams Score
IELTS6.5|TOEFL4.5|PTE75
Important Date
27 Mar, 2026
1 Student Applied

M.Arch(2 years)
English
Full Time
USD 48,498 - 58,499 /YrGBP 35,400 - 42,700 /Yr
Available Courses
Exams Score
Important Date
27 Feb, 2026
2 Students Applied
1 Student Admitted

B.Eng(3 years)
English
Full Time
USD 54,526 - 58,499 /YrGBP 39,800 - 42,700 /Yr

L.L.B.(3 years)
English
Full Time
USD 40,826 - 48,498 /YrGBP 29,800 - 35,400 /Yr

M.A(1 year - 2 years)
English
Full Time
USD 11,823 - 53,704 /YrGBP 8,630 - 39,200 /Yr
Available Courses
Exams Score
IELTS7.0|TOEFL4.5|PTE76
Important Date
26 Jun, 2026

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University College London comparison

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Overall Ranking
  • #9 QS World University 2026
  • #10 The Guardian 2026
  • #13 Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #2 The Guardian 2026
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  • #113 QS World University 2026
  • #72 The Guardian 2026
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  • #1 Times Higher Education 2026
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  • #94 QS World University 2026
  • #67 US News 2024
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  • #601 Times Higher Education 2026
  • #2 QS World University 2026
  • #6 The Guardian 2026
  • #7 Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
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  • #62 Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #74 QS World University 2026
  • #4 The Guardian 2026
  • #52 Times Higher Education 2026
  • #53 Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #21 The Guardian 2026
  • #25 Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #31 QS World University 2026
  • #15 The Guardian 2026
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  • #33 The Guardian 2026
  • #612 Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #1001 Times Higher Education 2026
  • #247 Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #310 QS World University 2026
  • #351 Times Higher Education 2025
  • #13 The Guardian 2026
  • #26 Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #29 Times Higher Education 2026
Subject Strength
  • #31 for Engineering by Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #21 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
  • #8 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
  • #401 for Engineering by QS World University 2023
  • #351 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
  • #201 for Law by QS World University 2025
  • #93 for Engineering by Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #51 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
  • #59 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
  • #3 for Engineering by Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #3 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
  • #2 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
  • #144 for Engineering by Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #401 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
  • #4 for Law by The Guardian 2026
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  • #9 for Engineering by Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #12 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
  • #7 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
  • #98 for Engineering by Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #51 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
  • #168 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
  • #51 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
  • #201 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
  • #1 for Law by The Guardian 2026
  • #80 for Engineering by Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #46 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
  • #15 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
  • #65 for Engineering by Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #51 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
  • #59 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
  • #1001 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2023
  • #68 for Law by The Guardian 2026
  • #250 for Engineering by Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #351 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
  • #101 for Law by Times Higher Education 2025
  • #50 for Engineering by Collegedunia Study Abroad 2026
  • #24 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
  • #20 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
Programs
  • UG Programs- 80
  • PG Programs - 185
  • Doctorate Programs -9
  • UG Programs- 66
  • PG Programs - 113
  • UG Programs- 154
  • PG Programs - 159
  • Doctorate Programs -13
  • UG Programs- 23
  • PG Programs - 42
  • Doctorate Programs -17
  • UG Programs- 79
  • PG Programs - 65
  • Doctorate Programs -5
  • UG Programs- 36
  • PG Programs - 1
  • UG Programs- 7
  • PG Programs - 13
  • Doctorate Programs -10
  • UG Programs- 1
  • PG Programs - 12
  • Doctorate Programs -1
  • UG Programs- 37
  • PG Programs - 116
  • Doctorate Programs -1
  • UG Programs- 123
  • PG Programs - 95
  • Doctorate Programs -3
  • UG Programs- 33
  • PG Programs - 60
  • UG Programs- 50
  • PG Programs - 86
  • Doctorate Programs -35
  • UG Programs- 168
  • PG Programs - 112
  • Doctorate Programs -49
  • UG Programs- 101
  • PG Programs - 76
  • Doctorate Programs -1
  • UG Programs- 42
  • PG Programs - 94
  • Doctorate Programs -4
  • UG Programs- 41
  • PG Programs - 73
  • Doctorate Programs -8
Acceptance Rate25.0 %0.0 %44.0 %0.0 %83.0 %66.0 %63.0 %10.0 %15.0 %14.0 %9.0 %13.0 %12.0 %45.0 %12.0 %11.0 %
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Cost to Study
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 46548.49 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 85978.46 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 27479.46 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 48829.54 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 39627.25 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 36615.99 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 57252.3 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 73089.5 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 27008.18 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 82830.2 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 83008.3 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 18741.6 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 33429.507 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 38719.077 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 32474.48 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 45453.86 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 43840 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 29134.42 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 45168.9 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 108010.8 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 1272.73 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 21613.12 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 29919.43 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 767.2 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 92531.17 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 92531.17 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 5049.82 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 40867.1 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 43086.5 [For PG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 37659.93 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 44466.09 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 59700.49 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 74401.96 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 41346.6 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 21421.32 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 62954.24 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 27537 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 13316.4 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 18823.8 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 20878.8 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 34993.91 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 30719.921 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 30798.696 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:USD 55074 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 77821.48 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:USD 86740.18 [For PG Program]
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University College London Ranking

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Overall 13 out of 824 in Global Ranking

#4 out of 127 in UK 2026

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Overall 9 out of 1401 in Global Ranking

#4 out of 89 in UK 2026

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University College London Ratings

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7.6 out of 10
8.8/10Academic
8.4/10Accommodation
8.8/10Faculty
8.3/10Infrastructure
7.2/10Placement
8.5/10Social Life

University College London Reviews


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13 Reviews Found

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8.3 /10

Campus Life

8

  • A lot of events and meetings are held daily on campus. The course made me feel like I was attending a corporate job daily.

Fees

  • 40000 Pounds

academic: 10/10
faculty: 10/10
infrastructure: 8/10
accomodation: 8/10
placement: 6/10
extracurricular: 8/10

Campus Life

10

  • I am not such a social person, so I didn't join any groups, clubs or events; however, I surely participated in a few events like the Diwali celebration and PhD students delivering and gathering their views on certain research topics.
  • I did joined Swimming in the sports centre at Lancaster University. I enjoyed learning swimming very much; my coach was a very patient and calm person.

Fees

  • Tuition fees were £31500, and the Scholarship - £5000, so the final payment was £26500. Accommodation fees are £198 per week of living in the university campus. Initially it was a half-yearly payment.
  • After consulting with the finance team, It was divided into 4 instalments of both tuition and accommodation fees. Monthly expense per month excluding rent is of food and travel - £300 per week, entertainment and shopping - £100

academic: 10/10
faculty: 8/10
infrastructure: 10/10
accomodation: 10/10
placement: 6/10
extracurricular: 10/10

TD
9.0 /10

Campus Life

10

  • Two campus: Bloomsbury and UCL east
  • All necessary and extracurricular facilities are provided on each campus. We have dedicated libraries, study spots, cafes, theatre galleries, sports grounds, etc., available to the students of both campuses.
  • All the campus festivals are celebrated majorly here. The freshers week has numerous festivals and welcome events: one such event was a boat party for the new students on the River Thames. There is also an upcoming Winter Ball in the month of December.
  • The student committee under the Department of Chemistry is called the Chemical and Physical Society, which is the oldest student society in England.
  • Additionally, there are over 100 clubs and societies, such as the Bollywood Society, Rowing Society, Bangla Society, and Baseball Society, who have their independent events for their members. Generally, master's students run on a very tight weekly schedule and hence are less likely to regularly take part in the events or meetings of these societies.

Fees

  • The full tuition fee for my course at UCL is 37,500 pounds. I did not opt for hostel or university accommodation; hence, I am not aware of the costs regarding that.
  • Students at UCL are supposed to pay the fee semester-wise. We are required to pay the first installment, which is one-third of the total tuition fee, by the first month of classes.
  • My rent is 650 pounds and I pay about 100 pounds for commuting. Including food and miscellaneous expenditures, my total monthly expense is approximately 850 pounds.

academic: 10/10
faculty: 10/10
infrastructure: 10/10
accomodation: 8/10
placement: 6/10
extracurricular: 10/10

SS
10.0 /10

Campus Life

10

  • There are three campuses; the main campus is in central London near Euston Square Station and the other two are newly constructed in Zone 2. One in Stratford and another one in Canary Wharf.
  • There are a lot of facilities, such as dancing, singing, games, skiing, games, and a makeup learning club.
  • The main event is the Christmas fair and I’m still discovering.
  • The list of all the clubs is mentioned on the student union website.

Fees

  • The fees are 34,400 pounds paid in each semester, which means we are required to pay fees in three instalments.
  • The first 2000 pounds are paid to secure the admission.
  • After admission, the first installment is paid in October beginning or September end.
  • The second installment is paid in February.
  • The third in April-May.
  • The estimate of monthly expenses is around 1000 pounds, which includes living and food expenses.
  • The total is around 60 lakhs, including everything.

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academic: 10/10
faculty: 10/10
infrastructure: 10/10
accomodation: 10/10
placement: 10/10
extracurricular: 10/10

HB
4.7 /10

Campus Life

5

  • My university has 3 campuses. One is main one in central London and I'm in the east campus which is new.
  • There are many clubs and societies which you can join and have fun throughout your course.
  • Yes, many extracurricular activity are arranged in the university very frequently. You just need to keep an eye on everything that's happening around you.

Fees

  • My course is for 34,400 pounds. It is to be paid in 3 installments.
  • I did not go for university accomodations and selected private accomodations. I had few friends already in London to help me with accomodation. So my rent is about 700 GBP per month for single room near my university.
  • Monthly expenses apart from rent can go up to 250 - 300 GBP including extra bills , grocery and other stuff.

academic: 5/10
faculty: 5/10
infrastructure: 5/10
accomodation: 4/10
placement: 4/10
extracurricular: 5/10

Overview

Its very good university and its 8th in ranking all other the world. It was a honour for me to make in such a University also I had my brother studying in the same university so things in that University turned out to be pretty convenient for me.

academic: 9/10
faculty: 6/10
infrastructure: 8/10
accomodation: 9/10
placement: 9/10

Overview

The factors that drove me to accept the offer were: World ranking, campus and location, well-rounded course structure related to all branches of Psychology, focus on scientific aspect of Psychology. What I liked most about University was the social aspect in terms of clubs and societies, and the focus on providing a well rounded Psychology background and the practical work we did. These factors also led me to choosing this particular program.

academic: 8/10
faculty: 8/10
infrastructure: 7/10
accomodation: 8/10
placement: 2/10

Overview

I choose this university because it was the best i could get and also because its located in central London.

academic: 7/10
faculty: 9/10
infrastructure: 8/10
accomodation: 9/10
placement: 8/10

Overview

UCL is a brand and successfully securing a place in this university was a dream come true for me. I have my elder brother who graduated from this university and is doing well in his life.

academic: 9/10
faculty: 10/10
infrastructure: 10/10
accomodation: 9/10
placement: 8/10

A
7.5 /10

Overview

The rankings are extremely good.

Fees

around 22k

academic: 9/10
faculty: 9/10
infrastructure: 9/10
accomodation: 9/10
placement: 9/10

University College London Scholarships


NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
IOE-ISH Centenary Taught Master's ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeCompany-Sponsored
VueVille Future Technology ScholarshipScholarship per student$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Saltire ScholarshipsScholarship per student$8,000Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Bharat Petroleum ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Commonwealth Rutherford FellowshipScholarship per student$3,105Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
Forktip Women’s- Innovation ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific

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University College London Exam Scores

ExamsAvg. ScoreMin ScoreMax. Score%Submitted'
Graduate
GRE324318340-
GMAT700600800-
Language Proficiency
PTE82.57590-
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Communicative Skills78.56790-
IELTS7.56.59-
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Each Component7.56.09-
TOEFL110110120-
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Reading272430-
Writing272430-
Speaking252030-
Listening252030-

Attendance Cost

$73,357

attendance cost

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Tuition fees
Undergraduate Programs
$76,508 / Year
Post Graduate Program
$73,357 / Year
On Campus
Rent
$24,008 / Year
Food
$3,472 / Year

Faculty

Total FacultyFull TimePart TimeGraduate Assistants
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