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# =461QS World University Rankings

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33 % International students

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About Royal Holloway, University of London

At Royal Holloway, we have a proud history of being at the forefront of social change. We were one of the first places in the UK where women could access higher education. Today, as a university of social purpose, we’re still transforming lives and...
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About Royal Holloway, University of London

At Royal Holloway, we have a proud history of being at the forefront of social change. We were one of the first places in the UK where women could access higher education. Today, as a university of social purpose, we’re still transforming lives and...
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University information

Our students come from many different countries and we accept a wide range of qualifications. We assess every applicant on their individual merits, but there are minimum qualifications.

Applicants for undergraduate programmes should apply via UCAS, but check our website for the most up to date information on programme-specific entry requirements. Applicants for postgraduate programmes should...
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General

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Step on to our Egham campus and you can’t fail to be amazed. But it’s not just the spectacular chateau-inspired Founder’s Building, with its towering fairy-tale turrets, that impresses. There’s our striking modern library, state-of-the art academic facilities and fantastic sports provision too, not to mention the woodland waterfalls.

 

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Student life

Getting a degree is just one (obviously important) part of your time here. There’s loads more to be getting on with to build up your experiences, make friends or just enjoy some well-earned downtime.

 

Our Students’ Union has a well-deserved reputation for being one of the best in the UK. From musical theatre and debating to comics and cats, there’s something for everyone...
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Cost of Living

Accommodation
$16,670
Food
$3,330
Transport
$2,870
Utilities
$5,480

Tuition fees

Overall Tuition Fees
Domestic
9,250 GBP
International
28,900 GBP

Visit our website for the most up to date detail on fees and funding.

Our great range of scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities provide cash awards or a reduction on tuition fees, so you can make the most of your time here. You'll need to apply for most of our scholarships, but some are awarded automatically if you meet certain criteria. For example, the International Postgraduate Scholarship 2025 offers a tuition fee reduction of £4,000 and the India and Pakistan Postgraduate Scholarships 2025 offer tuition fee reductions of £6,000 for Masters students. There are also many course-specific and means-tested scholarships.  Visit our website for full details .

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:

Employability

We’ll make sure you leave university with more than just a degree. Careers support begins from day one and continues for up to two years after you graduate.


We have strong links with lots of high-profile employers worldwide, including Gartner, McLaren Automotive, KPMG, Enterprise Mobility, Accenture and the NHS. You’ll get invaluable opportunities to network with employers and former students at our careers fairs, employer drop-ins, skills sessions and alumni panels, so you can leave university ready for the workplace.

  

Plus, everything you do here, from your academic work to being part of our award-winning Volunteering team, can be tailored to enhance your skillset. We’ll help you identify and build the skills you need to stand out to employers and fulfil your career goals. Guidance from your academic department is complemented by our expert Careers Service team. Together, they’ll give you one-to-one careers coaching, practical support on writing CVs and job applications, preparing for interviews, finding placements, and much more.

 


Rankings & Ratings

Royal Holloway, University of London is one of the top public universities in Egham, United Kingdom. It is ranked #=461 in QS World University Rankings 2026.

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Ranking criteria

Overall
33.9
Academic Reputation
22.8
Citations per Faculty
41
Employment Outcomes
12.3
Employer Reputation
11.8
Faculty Student Ratio
15.1
International Faculty Ratio
96.3
International Research Network
73
International Student Diversity
89.9
International Student Ratio
88.9
Sustainability
61.7

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #267
  • 2014
    #=265
  • 2015
    #=275
  • 2016
    #231
  • 2017
    #235
  • 2018
    #=259
  • 2019
    #236
  • 2020
    #291
  • 2021
    #308
  • 2022
    #=334
  • 2023
    #=402
  • 2024
    #=413
  • 2025
    #=477
  • 2026
    #=461

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Royal Holloway, University of London

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