QS World Ranking
#54
Acceptance Rate
18%
Annual Tuition (USD)
$27,000
On-Campus Housing
Available
Application Deadline
January 31
via UCAS
Student Body
Total Enrollment
28,000
students
International Students
32%
US Students
3%
of total enrollment
Figures are approximate based on institutional reports and QS data.
Why This School
One of the UK's most sought-after universities in Bristol — voted the UK's best city to live in.
QS Subject Rankings 2025
Rankings by academic subject — source: QS World University Rankings by Subject
Notes for US Students
Apply via UCAS. One of UK's most popular universities. Bristol is one of the UK's most vibrant cities.
Admission Criteria
Key requirements for US students applying to University of Bristol
Acceptance Rate
18%
Highly selective
Application System
UCAS
Deadline
January 31
Instruction Language
English
School Type
Public
Annual Tuition
$27,000
Requirements Checklist for US Applicants
- Apply via UCAS by January 31
- SAT 1350+ or ACT 30+ recommended
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90+
- UCAS personal statement required
- Portfolio required for Architecture and Fine Art
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
- ~$27,000 / year
- Application Deadline
- January 31
- Application System
- UCAS
- School Type
- Public
- Acceptance Rate
- 18%
Programs Offered
Scholarships to Explore
- ✓Bristol International Scholarship
- ✓Think Big Scholarship
Cost of Living — Bristol, UK
Moderate CostEstimated monthly total
$1,495
vs. avg US college student
21% cheaper
US avg ~$1,900/mo
Bristol is one of the UK's most livable cities — creative, affordable relative to London, and with a great music and arts scene.
Estimates based on 2025–26 student budgets. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and housing choice.
About Studying at University of Bristol as a US Student
University of Bristol is located in Bristol, United Kingdom and is ranked #54in the QS World University Rankings. The school offers programs in Engineering, Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Law, Medicine, and more. Instruction is offered in English. The estimated annual tuition for international students is ~$27,000 / year, with an acceptance rate of approximately 18%. Applications are submitted through UCAS with a deadline of January 31. Scholarships available include the Bristol International Scholarship.