Study in St Andrews

St Andrews is a town and former royal burgh on the east coast of Fife, Scotland. It is home to the University of St Andrews, the oldest university in Scotland and the third-oldest in the English-speaking world, and to the Old Course, where golf has been played since at least the 15th century. StudyUKToday works with one real university here.

What St Andrews Is Actually Like

St Andrews is widely known as the home of golf, with the Old Course, dating to before 1574, considered a site of pilgrimage by many golfers, and the Royal and Ancient Golf Club, founded in 1754, based in the town. Alongside golf, the town’s identity is deeply tied to its university, one of Scotland’s four ancient universities, which has shaped St Andrews since the town first grew up around it in the medieval period. The town’s compact, historic centre and coastal setting on the North Sea give it a genuinely distinctive character among UK university towns.

St Andrews is a small town rather than a city, considerably smaller and quieter than most UK university locations, suiting students drawn specifically to its historic, close-knit academic community.

Studying in St Andrews

St Andrews is home to the University of St Andrews, the one real university StudyUKToday works with here, listed in the “Universities in St Andrews” section below. Founded in the early 15th century, it is the oldest university in Scotland.

St Andrews’ cost of living can be higher than many UK towns of a similar size, reflecting its small scale and popularity, so check current figures with your university’s accommodation office.

How StudyUKToday Helps

Whichever course you’re aiming for at the University of St Andrews, our services stay the same: course selection, university matching, document review, application support, and offer acceptance guidance, working toward your UK university application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do students choose St Andrews?

Scotland’s oldest university, a small and historic coastal town, and a world-famous association with golf.

Is St Andrews affordable for international students?

Costs can be higher than many UK towns of a similar size, given its small scale and popularity. Confirm current figures with your university’s accommodation office.

What is St Andrews known for?

Being “the home of golf”, including the historic Old Course, and its status as the site of Scotland’s oldest university.

How many universities are there in St Andrews?

StudyUKToday works with one real university in St Andrews, the University of St Andrews, listed in the “Universities in St Andrews” section on this page.