University of Bristol

University of Bristol

Year Founded
Location
Location Type
Institution Type

Institution Website
General Admissions Email
Undergraduate Population
Postgraduate Population
1876
Bristol, England, UK
Urban
Public International University
https://www.bristol.ac.uk/
[email protected]
20,000
7,000

North American Representatives

Cole Harry
Regional Director for North America
USA and Canada
+1 (707) 373 7405
[email protected]
Location: New York, NY
Nicole Green
Program Officer
USA and Canada
[email protected]
Location: Atlanta, GA

Saba Bekele
Senior Program Officer
USA and Canada
[email protected]
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Admissions, Academics, and Finances

Admission RequirementsHigh school diploma (or equivalent) with a GPA of 3.2 minimum (3.4 for competitive courses), plus at least two AP tests with a score of at least 4 (more commonly 5),
plus any one from the following list:
New SAT (evidence-based reading and writing section only) with a minimum of 650; ACT with a minimum score of 24; A third AP with a score of at least 4 (more commonly 5); We will also consider honors-level classes (when taken in both semesters of Year 12) in lieu of APs, for courses without subject-specific requirements.

Some courses require a specific test score:
Any course asking for maths must have AP Calculus BC at grade 5; Engineering courses accept either AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2 or both AP Physics C tests to meet the subject requirement.
OR Associate’s degree
Application Dates and DeadlinesEarly September: Completed UCAS undergraduate applications can be submitted to UCAS
Mid-October: Deadline for applications for courses in medicine, dentistry and veterinary science
Mid-January: Deadline for all applications to be guaranteed consideration (except those with an October deadline.) We may accept applications to some courses after this date, please contact us to check
Mid-May: University decisions due on applications submitted by January deadline
How to ApplyUCAS: the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service in the UK
The UCAS institution code for the University of Bristol is BRISL B78
Important links:
UCAS Dashboard
UCAS International Guide
Deadlines and Application Information
Standardized Testing PolicyBristol requires ACT, SAT, and/or AP scores for all courses (some exceptions available).
Key Undergraduate Academic ProgramsEnglish
Sociology, Politics, and International Studies
Anthropology
History
Innovation
Key Graduate Academic ProgramsMA English Literature
MA History
MA History of Arts
MA Comparative Literatures and Cultures
MA Anthropology
Tuition & Fees (Appx. USD)$25,000-31,000
Room & Board (Appx. USD)$13,900
ScholarshipsThink Big international scholarships: £3 million in Think Big scholarships to help international students come to Bristol in 2023. These scholarships are for undergraduate and master’s applicants with overseas fee status.
For deadlines and more information here is the application guide: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/fees-finance/scholarships/application-guidance/
Other international scholarships: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/fees-finance/scholarships/

Important Information

The University of Bristol has an international reputation for high-quality education and research. It combines academic excellence with an independent, forward-thinking spirit.


Founded in 1876, Bristol is one of the 24 members of the research-intensive Russell Group. It is one of the original ‘red brick’ universities, which were founded in the major industrial cities of England. The University is in the UK top ten and 61st in the world (QS World University Rankings 2023). For graduate employability, it ranks joint seventh in the UK (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022). More than 27,000 students currently study at the University of Bristol, from over 150 countries and around 25% of students are international. The University supports international students throughout the application process and during their studies. International students can access tailored careers support, whether you plan to stay in the UK or return to your home country. This is available throughout your degree and for up to three years after graduation.