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USA
Welcome to the University of West London! We're so pleased you're considering studying with us, or have already chosen to join us.
As a student from the USA, you'll be joining a vibrant community of international students at UWL. We have over 100 different nationalities in our student community and plenty of country-specific clubs and societies for you to join.
Why international students choose UWL
Located just minutes from central London, with parks and green spaces on your doorstep, the University of West London offers an exceptional study environment for international students looking to pursue their academic and career aspirations.
London is consistently voted as one of the best cities in the world for studying abroad and at UWL we welcome students from over 100 countries worldwide.
In this video, hear from a selection of our international students talking about why they chose to study at UWL.
Why study with us?
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London location, local community
Studying at our West London Campus means you will be based in a vibrant local community with central London only a few stops away on the Tube.
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Hands-on learning with industry experts
Our courses are taught by industry experts and you will benefit from their insight, experience and support as they help to prepare you for your future career.
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A campus designed for a great student experience
A £200m+ transformation of teaching, leisure and study spaces has created an inspiring environment for you to focus on your studies and your future.
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London location, local community
Studying at our West London Campus means you will be based in a vibrant local community with central London only a few stops away on the Tube.
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Hands-on learning with industry experts
Our courses are taught by industry experts and you will benefit from their insight, experience and support as they help to prepare you for your future career.
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A campus designed for a great student experience
A £200m+ transformation of teaching, leisure and study spaces has created an inspiring environment for you to focus on your studies and your future.
Entry requirements
Find out which general qualifications we accept from your country below. Exact entry requirements are listed on each course page.
English language requirements
Find out more about English language requirements for international students. Please also review the entry requirements information below for details of any country specific qualifications that may be accepted in place of an English language test.
My time at UWL has been life-changing. The courses are led by outstanding lecturers and the University is strategically located between the airport and city centre.
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Undergraduate entry requirements
Applicants with the following qualifications will be considered for entry on an undergraduate degree:
- High School Diploma with a minimum GPA of 2.8/4, in addition to one of the following: - SAT scores of minimum 550 in each one of the tests - ACT composite score of 23 - A minimum of 2 advanced placement exams with 3 or above in each. Our Admissions team will consider a Superscore for the SAT
- Associate degree with a minimum GPA of 2.6/4
- British/International A Levels (from a minimum 112 UCAS tariff points depending on course)
- IB Diploma (from a minimum 25 points depending on course)
- Second and final year entry of a bachelor's degree may be available for those with a Higher National Diploma (HND) from the UK with a merit profile
- A recognised foundation course
English language requirements
High School Diploma English and Maths - 70% or above (for IELTS 7.5 course, 80% in English).
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Postgraduate entry requirements
Applicants with the following qualifications will be considered for entry on a postgraduate course:
- Bachelors degree with a minimum GPA of 2.6/4
- Degree equivalent to UK Honours Bachelors degree (2.2 minimum)
- A Masters qualification is accepted to apply for PhD study
English language requirements
Undergraduate degree awarded by US institution.
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Integrated Foundation Year entry requirements
A number of our courses also offer the opportunity to study an integrated foundation year which forms an integral part of the degree course. Applicants with the following qualifications will be considered for entry on a degree with an integrated foundation year:
- High School Diploma with GPA 2.8/4
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PhD entry requirements
Applicants with the following qualifications will be considered for entry on a PhD:
- UK upper second class honours degree (2:1) and a Masters degree with merit or distinction. If your qualifications are not from a UK university, we also consider recognised equivalent qualifications from accredited overseas institutions and equivalent professional qualifications.
Federal Loan Programs for American Applicants
At UWL we participate in the William D Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program for students coming to study with us from the United States.
Federal Direct Loans are low-interest loans to help undergraduate and postgraduate students pay for their education.
Key information
Moving to London as a student from the USA can seem quite daunting, but we have support in place to help you every step of the way from application through to graduation.
Find out more about the support we offer on our support for current students page.
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Visas and immigration
As an overseas student, you may need to apply for a visa to study with us and to work in the UK as a student.
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Accommodation
Safe, supportive and social - where you live matters. Find out about the student accommodation we offer.
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Fees and funding
Find out about your tuition fees and how you may be able to get help with funding.
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Support for international students
We provide a wide range of support and advice on topics like money, disability, welfare, health and more.
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English Language programmes
We run pre-sessional English Language courses for those who have not met our English Language requirements before starting their course.
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English language requirements
If you are from a country that UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) have not defined as majority English speaking, you will need to provide evidence of your language ability to study at the University.
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Visas and immigration
As an overseas student, you may need to apply for a visa to study with us and to work in the UK as a student.
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Accommodation
Safe, supportive and social - where you live matters. Find out about the student accommodation we offer.
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Fees and funding
Find out about your tuition fees and how you may be able to get help with funding.
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Support for international students
We provide a wide range of support and advice on topics like money, disability, welfare, health and more.
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English Language programmes
We run pre-sessional English Language courses for those who have not met our English Language requirements before starting their course.
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English language requirements
If you are from a country that UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) have not defined as majority English speaking, you will need to provide evidence of your language ability to study at the University.
How to apply
It's really easy to apply for a course at UWL as an international student:
- Use our course search to find a course that suits you.
- On the course page follow the steps to apply using the 'Apply now' button and visit the pages below to aid your application journey.
Application subpages
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Before you apply
Find out everything you need to know before you apply as an international student.
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After you apply
From visas and immigration to accommodation and preparing for life in the UK, find out more about what happens after you apply.
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Before you travel
Find out more about student life, our campus, student support and more before you travel and start your course.
Contact us
Our International Office is available for enquiries from Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm:
Ask our International Recruitment Team a question or call us on +44 (0) 20 8231 2440
Prospective students can join us in person for a West London Campus tour.