Heriot-Watt University

Edinburgh, United Kingdom · Public

STEM specialist with campuses in UAE Malaysia and Orkney.

Admissions Data — Heriot-Watt University

Acceptance Rate	79% (Accessible)
Total Enrollment	12,000 students
International Students	42%
International Tuition	£14000-£19000
Location	Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Founded	1821
Type	Public
QS World Rank	#294
THE World Rank	#301
US News Rank	#294
Research Output	Good

Notable Strengths

Engineering
Business
Architecture
Computer Science
Actuarial Science

Scholarships: Heriot-Watt Scholarship.

Applying to Heriot-Watt University as an International Student

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International student tuition at Heriot-Watt University is £14000-£19000 per year.

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Data sourced from official university websites, Common App, and QS/THE/US News rankings. Last updated: 2026. Disclaimer