FAQs
The University of Manchester dates back to 1824 and is one of the top higher education institutions in Europe. We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group; equivalent to the Ivy League.
Is it hard to get into the University of Manchester for international students? ›
The University of Manchester acceptance rate is 27% for international students, which means admissions are highly competitive. Out of 100 applicants, only 27 are admitted to the university.
Is the University of Manchester accredited in the US? ›
Manchester University has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1932, 230 S. LaSalle, Ste. 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604, www.hlcommission.org.
How to apply to University of Manchester from the US? ›
How to apply
- The only way to apply to The University of Manchester is via UCAS – the UK's centralised application portal. ...
- The Designated Institution Code for The University of Manchester is 3737.
- ACT has assigned college code number 7026 to The University of Manchester.
It's ranked within the Top 50 universities in the world and easily one of the top 10 in the UK. Manchester is the largest student-based campus university in the UK and has plentiful of noble prize winners. Manchester is also part of the Russell Group, which a selection of outstanding UK universities based on research.
Why is Manchester University ranked so high? ›
Our rankings and reputation
The University of Manchester enjoys a reputation for pioneering research and innovation, which vitalise our undergraduate courses and postgraduate programmes, and introduce you to the latest thinking in your chosen field.
What GPA do you need to get into Manchester? ›
With a GPA of 3.41, Manchester University requires you to be around average in your high school class. You'll need a mix of A's and B's, and very few C's. If you took some AP or IB classes, this will help boost your weighted GPA and show your ability to take college classes.
Is Manchester or London better for international students? ›
On the one hand, London is the country's capital. It offers iconic attractions, world-class culture, and so much history. On the other, Manchester has its own proud culture, great nightlife, more of a student vibe, and all at much cheaper costs.
How much does the University of Manchester cost? ›
The tuition fee for full-time UK undergraduate students is £9,250 for the academic year 2023/24. Future inflationary increases may also be applied to each subsequent year of your course, subject to government regulations on fee increases.
What major is the University of Manchester known for? ›
University of Manchester
| Key Information |
|---|
| Location | Manchester, England |
| Established | 1824 |
| Famous For | Business, MBA, Marketing |
| International Fees | £17,000-21,000 |
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group, the UK equivalent of the Ivy League, and our city has been voted the most liveable in the UK by the Economist Intelligence Unit. Why study at Manchester? This is a university and city with endless possibilities - a place where you can take control of your future.
Why is Manchester University famous? ›
Our history
The world's first stored-program computer was developed here, and Alan Turing pioneered artificial intelligence during his time at the University. Our observatory at Jodrell Bank is home to the iconic Lovell Telescope – the biggest telescope of its type in the world when it was built.
Should I go to the University of Manchester? ›
The University of Manchester consistently ranks among the top universities in the UK and the world thanks to its strong academic reputation, cutting-edge research, and innovative teaching.
Does the University of Manchester accept international students? ›
We are recognised globally for the quality of our teaching, with international-standard research shaping our courses. Each year we welcome one of the largest international student populations in the UK to our University.
Do Manchester University accept lower grades? ›
If your grades are lower than expected
If you narrowly fail to satisfy the academic conditions of our offer, we may still be able to confirm your place. This will depend on whether we have any places left on the course you've applied for, and whether we believe you're sufficiently prepared for the course.
What is the US equivalent of university in the UK? ›
In the UK, higher education (what Americans call "college") is known as “university.” “College” actually has another meaning in the UK — it's where many students go for two years after completing compulsory schooling at 16 in order to prepare for exams to get into university.
What is the US equivalent of UK universities? ›
The Top 25 most prestigious US colleges are likely to be listed by most knowledgeable as follows:
- Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Princeton & MIT are equivalent to Oxford and Cambridge.
- Caltech, Columbia, Chicago, UPenn, UC Berkeley & Duke are equivalent to LSE, Imperial and UCL.
Colleges in the USA indicate University (Higher Education), whereas they are used as a term for Further Education Colleges (Sixth Form) here in the UK, as we tend to use High School to indicate up to Year 11, and University for Higher Education.
