Reed College
Reed College

International Programs Office

University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Founded in 1582 the University is considered one of the top universities in the world with alumni including: Charles Darwin, Alexander Graham Bell and Robert Louis Stevenson. Reed exchange students can study in any discipline taught at Edinburgh in the faculties of Humanities, Science and Social Science.

Program Information

Terms Available: year, semester

Type of Program: Study Abroad

Languages of Instruction: English

Language Prerequisite: N/A

  • Credit Transfer System
    • Typical course load: 3-4 courses per semester (usually 20 credits per course)
    • Units recorded in: credits
    • Conversion to Reed units: 15 credits = 1 Reed unit
    • Grading system: 0-100
  • GPA Requirement: 3.0
  • Credits: 60 credits per semester
  • Other requirements: Sophomore or higher standing.
  • Course Catalog

Application

Application Deadline: Fall/AY: May 31 | Spring: Oct. 31
Application Guide
Program Application
Program website

Housing: Residence Dorm, Shared Apartment
Exchange students are guaranteed accommodation in University owned facilities with Scottish and other international students. Once accepted students will need to apply for housing through the University here: www.accom.ed.ac.uk/applying/ready-to-apply . The deadlines for this application are: Fall/AY: July 31 | Spring: Nov. 30.

Financial, Immigration

Cost to attend:

Reed College charges the same tuition fees for a semester or year off-campus as for a semester or year spent on campus, plus the program's actual room and board fees. Reed College encourages students to choose programs based on their academic rather than financial needs to reflect Reed's belief that all students, regardless of financial circumstances, should have the opportunity to study abroad.

Financial aid continues for eligible students during the off-campus program. Students should discuss with the Financial Aid Office how other outside aid may impact their existing aid package. Check out more details directly on the Reed College Financial Aid page.

Visa Deadlines and Requirements:

Studying for less than six months: If you do not wish to work (including work placements) or extend your studies in the UK, you can apply to come to the UK as a Standard Visitor through this link.
If you are a ‘Visa National’, then you will need to apply for a visa before you travel to the UK. The list of Visa Nationals is here. Visa Nationals will need to make their application online, and submit their biometric information (their finger prints and digital photo) at their nearest Visa Application Centre. If your country of nationality is NOT on the above list, then you are a ‘Non-Visa National’. Non-Visa National students will not need to apply for a visa in advance under the Standard Visitor Route. Most Non-Visa Nationals will need to meet with a Border Force official on their arrival to the UK and get a stamp in their passport. Check the program's website for information on the permissions and restrictions of the Standard Visitor Route.
Studying for longer than six months: For students coming for longer than six months you will need to apply via the Student Route. If you have questions about immigration to the UK, you can get in
touch with the program's dedicated team of visa advisers.

New Immigration Requirements for the UK:

By April 2025, all visitors who do not need a visa, except British and Irish citizens, will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) – a digital permission to travel to the UK. Students can apply for an ETA from later this year through a quick and simple process using the UK ETA app. An ETA costs £10 and permits multiple journeys to the UK of up to six months at a time over two years or until the holder’s passport expires – whichever is sooner. ETA applies to: visits of up to 6 months for tourism, visiting family and friends, business or short-term study transiting through the UK – including if you’re not going through UK border control, as well as other times. For more information visit the UK government website’s section on ETA.