QS World Ranking
#40
Acceptance Rate
55%
Annual Tuition (USD)
$28,000
On-Campus Housing
Available
QS Best Student City
#1
London
Application Deadline
January 31
via UCAS
Student Body
Total Enrollment
33,000
students
International Students
38%
US Students
4%
of total enrollment
Figures are approximate based on institutional reports and QS data.
Why This School
One of England's oldest universities, located in the heart of London with 30,000+ students.
QS Subject Rankings 2025
Rankings by academic subject — source: QS World University Rankings by Subject
Notes for US Students
Apply via UCAS. Central London location. Strong law, medicine, and humanities programs.
Admission Criteria
Key requirements for US students applying to King's College London
Acceptance Rate
55%
Moderately selective
Application System
UCAS
Deadline
January 31
Instruction Language
English
School Type
Public
Annual Tuition
$28,000
Requirements Checklist for US Applicants
- Apply via UCAS by January 31
- SAT 1350+ or ACT 30+ recommended
- IELTS 6.5–7.0 or TOEFL 92–100
- UCAT required for Medicine and Dentistry
- UCAS personal statement required
- Some programs require interview or audition
Class Size
Academic Calendar
Requirements may vary by program. Always verify with the university's official admissions page.
Admission Details
- Language of Instruction
- English
- Estimated Annual Tuition
- ~$28,000 / year
- Application Deadline
- January 31
- Application System
- UCAS
- School Type
- Public
- Acceptance Rate
- 55%
- QS Best Student City (London)
- #1 globally
Programs Offered
Scholarships to Explore
- ✓King's International Scholarships
Cost of Living — London, UK
High CostEstimated monthly total
$2,490
vs. avg US college student
31% more expensive
US avg ~$1,900/mo
London is one of Europe's most expensive cities. Budget carefully — student Oyster cards reduce transit costs.
Estimates based on 2025–26 student budgets. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and housing choice.
About Studying at King's College London as a US Student
King's College London is located in London, United Kingdom and is ranked #40in the QS World University Rankings. The school offers programs in Law, Medicine, Arts & Humanities, Sciences, Business, and more. Instruction is offered in English. The estimated annual tuition for international students is ~$28,000 / year, with an acceptance rate of approximately 55%. Applications are submitted through UCAS with a deadline of January 31. Scholarships available include the King's International Scholarships.