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University of St Andrews English Requirements

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United Kingdom

The University of St Andrews is a public research university in St Andrews, Scotland, founded in 1413, making it the oldest university in Scotland and the third oldest in the English-speaking world. It is known for its strong academic reputation across arts, divinity, science, and medicine, and consistently ranks among the top universities in the United Kingdom.

Verified on the university's admissions pages · Jul 2026

Quick answer

University of St Andrews accepts Cambridge English, IELTS Academic, LanguageCert Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, and Trinity ISE for international admission.

Undergraduate requirements

Undergraduate English requirements at University of St Andrews vary by program or college; there is no single university-wide minimum. Check the specific program you're applying to.

Graduate requirements

Each graduate and professional school at University of St Andrews sets its own English test requirements; there is no single university-wide graduate minimum. Check the specific school or program you're applying to.

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Requirements are read from University of St Andrews's own admissions pages and refreshed regularly. Admission requirements change between cycles. Always confirm on the university's admissions page before applying.