St Andrews is a unique place to study and live. Nestled on the east coast of Scotland, students may find themselves crossing golf-courses on their way to class, or jogging along the beach after dinner. Not only does the University have a world-class reputation, it also offers a diverse range of social activities, including over 140 student societies and 50 sports clubs. Historic buildings are juxtaposed against the modern facilities, and the many student traditions truly make studying at St Andrews an unforgettable experience.

St Andrews was founded in 1413 and is the third oldest University in the English speaking world.

The University's motto is 'Ever to Excel', which is taken from a speech in Homer's Iliad.

For 2019 entry we received applications from 183 different countries.

The University of St Andrews is top in the UK for student academic experience with a 95% satisfaction rate, according to the results of the National Student Survey 2019.