Edinburgh Medical School
UCAS Median
N/A
GPA Median
N/A
Acceptance Rate
11%
Program avg: 14.2%
Class Size
266
How to Get Into Edinburgh Medical School
To be competitive at Edinburgh Medical School, applicants typically meet competitive academic benchmarks. Edinburgh Medical School admits about 11% of applicants. Each entering class is roughly 266 students. The school is located in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Figures reflect the 2026 entering class. Enter your own GPA and UCAS score on AdmitBase to see your personalized match category and admission odds.
Typical offer · 2026
144 / 168UCAS Tariff points
The standard entry requirement published for 2026 entry, in UCAS Tariff points. This is the bar to be considered, not a predicted admission — where places are scarce, most applicants who meet it are still turned down. Contextual offers may be lower.
Admitted Student Profiles
Historical Trends
7-year data (2019–2025)
| Year | UCAS Median | GPA Median | Accept % | Apps | Class Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | — | — | — | 2,685 | 270 |
| 2020 | — | — | — | 2,785 | 295 |
| 2021 | — | — | — | 3,450 | 320 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 3,065 | 340 |
| 2023 | — | — | — | 2,500 | 335 |
| 2024 | — | — | — | 2,005 | 325 |
| 2025 | — | — | — | 1,885 | 266 |
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Tuition
Home / Domestic
£9,250
International
£38,000
Outcomes
Employment Rate
97%
Board/Certification Pass Rate
98%
Data source: University of Edinburgh MBChB Medicine entry requirements, 2026 entry (2026). Figures reflect the most recently published admission cycle.
Edinburgh Medical School: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edinburgh Medical School's acceptance rate?
Edinburgh Medical School has an acceptance rate of about 11% (2026 entering class). For comparison, the average across Medicine programs we track is 14.2%.
How much does Edinburgh Medical School cost?
Annual home or domestic tuition at Edinburgh Medical School is £9,250. International tuition is £38,000. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into Edinburgh Medical School?
Admission to Edinburgh Medical School is competitive: it admits roughly 11% of applicants. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether Edinburgh Medical School is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and UCAS score.
Where is Edinburgh Medical School located?
Edinburgh Medical School is located in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
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