Experience Edinburgh!

United Kingdom Scotland Edinburgh

Framed by medieval and Georgian architecture, Edinburgh is a modern cosmopolitan city. Internationally renowned for its calendar of cultural events, including the world’s biggest arts festival, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, it has an exciting history that sits neatly alongside its cute coffee shops and welcoming Scottish pubs, fantastic music venues and lively, enduring traditions.

Population: 527,000
Native language: English
Climate: Temperate
Type of area:
Urban
Historic
Green

Where Will You Live

University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh’s medieval and Georgian architecture creates a beautiful environment to study in. Internationally renowned for its calendar of cultural events including the world’s biggest arts festival, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the University of Edinburgh is in a modern cosmopolitan city attracting a large international student population. 

The university’s wealth of support for international students complements SAF's outstanding student support services, and Edinburgh's Global and College Visiting Student Offices guides you through your life-changing study-abroad experience.

Learn more at University of Edinburgh's official website

Is Edinburgh Right For You?

Check out our Edinburgh showcase to get a better feel for your new city home.

Student Health & Safety

We champion health, safety, and security. As part of IES Abroad, the largest study abroad organization in the United States, we have set the standard for health and safety in study abroad for decades. We plan for the ‘what if’, so you can get on with the experience of a lifetime.
International Health Insurance

International health insurance included in the cost of your program

24/7 Emergency Phone Support

Total coverage to support you while traveling and in your new city

Location-Specific Information

Health and safety information prepared based on your destination

Health In Your Language

Highly trained multilingual staff to connect you to healthcare providers

Secure Housing

Quality, safe, secure housing within close proximity to your classes

Dedicated Expertise

Protection by a Dean of Students Office advocating for your interests

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