St Andrews University
Founded in 1413, the University of St Andrews is the oldest university in Scotland and third-oldest in the English-speaking world. Located in the historic seaside town of St Andrews, it is renowned for its flexible four-year Scottish Honours degree structure and high student satisfaction.
Acceptance rate
11%
Undergrad enrollment
5,713
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$75
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular DecisionMedicine Application Deadline | October 15, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionEqual Consideration Deadline (non-Medicine) | January 13, 2027 |
| TransferTransfer Equal Consideration Deadline | January 13, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionCommon Application Final Deadline | May 1, 2027 |
| Rolling AdmissionFinal International Deadline (UCAS & Direct Application) | June 30, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
Please write in the space provided describing your interest in the subject(s) listed above in Academic 1. (Maximum 800 words). In your response, please consider the following three questions: * The University of St Andrews offers a range of single (major), joint (double major), and triple honours combinations. Why do you want to study your chosen subject(s) at university, and how have your current studies and research into this degree developed your interest in this area? * What aspects of the faculty, academic community, or research at St Andrews have particularly motivated you to apply? * St Andrews' flexible degree structure allows students to explore a variety of subjects during their first two years. How do you think this interdisciplinary approach will enrich your academic experience and shape your intellectual development?