Information for Students from the United States of America
At Â鶹tv´«Ã½ we have a long tradition of welcoming students from all over the world. Around 25% of Â鶹tv´«Ã½ students are international coming from over 80 countries throughout the world.
Find out more specific information to help you plan your studies at Â鶹tv´«Ã½.
Entry Requirements
For undergraduate courses:
We welcome applications from US students holding a good High School Diplomas plus one of the following: SAT I combined score of 1200+, SAT II individual scores of 600+, two AP tests at grade 3 or above, ACT scores of 26+ or IB scores of 26+.
Â鶹tv´«Ã½ SAT institution code: 7497
Â鶹tv´«Ã½ ACT institution code: 8135
If you have attended a community college or would like to transfer to Â鶹tv´«Ã½, you may be considered for advanced entry into year 2 or 3 of a relevant degree course. Please email International@qmu.ac.uk with your education details to find out if you're eligible.
For postgraduate courses:
We will consider applications from students holding a good Bachelors degree from a recognised university.
Please note that the above is given for guidance only and that entry requirements will vary between courses. We may also be looking for a strong Statement of Purpose/Personal Statement, some work experience or specific subjects to have been studied at an advanced level. For more information, see our individual course pages.
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English Language Requirements
Students who do not speak English as their first language, and have not studied in the English medium, will be required to provide a recognised English qualification.
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Scholarships, Fees and Funding
Â鶹tv´«Ã½ International Scholarships:
The University is pleased to offer a number of competitive scholarships of up to £3,000 each for new international applicants undertaking their first year of study on an Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree. The scholarship is granted as a reduction of the tuition fee and is available to students who are self-funding with an international tuition fee of more than £12,500 for a single year of study only. Scholarship applications can be made by applicants who have applied to study at the University, it is not required to wait for an offer.
Federal Student Aid:
Â鶹tv´«Ã½ is a Title IV School and is therefore authorised by the US Department of Education to certify applications (for eligible students) for Federal Student Aid (FSA/U.S. Direct Loans). Please note that you need to apply to Â鶹tv´«Ã½ to receive your loans: we are NOT automatically notified once you complete your FAFSA. The application has 6 stages and typically takes 8 weeks. Plan early. Our Federal School Code is G33494.
Further information on scholarships, fees and funding can be found here with specific guidance on US Loans.
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Our commitment to providing accessibly priced courses
Reflecting the centrality of social justice to Â鶹tv´«Ã½â€™s ethos and the value we place upon diversity in the classroom, we aim to keep our courses affordable to international students, wherever they come from. You might be pleasantly surprised by our fee rates. See theÌýFees and ChargesÌýsection of our website to view international fees per course.
Â鶹tv´«Ã½ Representation in the USA
Â鶹tv´«Ã½ does not have any representation in the USA at this time.
Please contact international@qmu.ac.uk for further guidance and support.
British Council
USA Representation in the UK
U.S. Consulate
3 Regent Terrace
Edinburgh
EH7 5BW
T: +44 131 556 8315
F: +44 131 557 6023
E: edinburgh-info@state.gov
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