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Welcome to Swansea!

Swansea University is a popular destination for American students and we have a large friendly community of students from all over the USA.

Swansea is ranked in the UK Top 25 Universities (The Guardian University Guide 2022) and 86% of the University's overall research was rated as world-leading of internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021).

We are a dual campus University, both are set on seafront locations, close to the city centre with a good balance of student life and study environment.

Swansea has a low cost of living, we are rated in the UK Top 10 for the most affordable University Towns (Totallymoney.com) and a UK Top 6 Safest City (Complete University Guide, 2020).

Our dedicated Employability Academy provides advice and access to jobs and work experience placements for our students and graduates. We boast a strong sports culture and students enrol in a wide variety of disciplines from International Relations to Engineering.

To support your studies at Swansea University, secure federal, private, Montgomery GI Bill or Provincial loans.

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Information for students from the United States

Entry Requirements

Swansea University is accepting a wider range of tests for UG applicants from USA 2021/22 entry.

We will offer flexibility while considering individual applications. If there may be some gaps in transcripts, we will consider Honours/College level classes in place of ACT/SAT/AP exams.

- We will accept one Honours/College level class, with grade B or above, in place of one SAT/ACT/AP subject test.
- We will increase this to two classes in place of two tests where an applicant has had difficulty in accessing standardised tests.
- Please note that where a subject specific test result is needed to meet the academic requirements, it must be SAT/ACT/AP test (for example Maths is required for Engineering programmes)
We will accept 2 completed semesters of Community College classes as direct entry to year one with an overall GPA of 2.6/4 or C grade average, in place of standardised tests. Please note that where a subject specific test result is needed to meet the academic requirements, it must be SAT/ACT/AP test (for example Maths is required for Engineering programmes)
Students are encouraged to submit test scores if you have them, but additional references, online classes, independent research, and experience can all be considered in support of the application.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

Specific tuition fees can be found on each of the course pages. Please choose your undergraduate, postgraduate taught or research course from the A-Z listings and fees can be found under the 'tuition fees' section.

Swansea University International Scholarships

Swansea University offers a range of international scholarships to help the most talented and ambitious students to reach their potential. To be eligible to apply for a scholarship, you must have submitted an application to study at Swansea University as you will need your student number to complete the scholarship form.

If you wish to be considered for a scholarship, it is advised that you should apply to Swansea University as soon as possible to avoid any possible delays.

All of our available scholarships are listed on our page.

American Funding and Loans

1098T: Swansea University does not currently complete 1098T tax forms for its students, as we are not registered with the IRS.

US Federal Loans
Private Student Loans
Veterans Affairs Educational Benefits Programme – GI Bills
Swansea University no longer participates in the VA Educational Benefits Programmes.

Visa Information

When preparing to study abroad applying for and getting your Visa can be stressful. That is why we have comprehensive visa advice pages , covering information from what type of visa you need, how to apply, bringing family or working during your studies.

Visiting and Exchange from the US

Swansea University recognises that enhancing its future graduates' employability has never been more important. As more and more businesses recruit from a global talent pool, it is vital that students are given every opportunity to distinguish themselves.

We are proud to have with a number of universities in the US which can give you the opportunity to study with us as an exchange student. For further information and our for information on how to apply as an exchange student.

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Meet us in your country

Choosing to study abroad can be a big step for many students and whilst it can benefit your future in many positive ways we understand you need specific information to help make the right decision. Our recruiters travel to different parts of the USA each year to take part in fairs and events that give students an opportunity to meet them in person to find out more about studying at Swansea University. Please use our map to check if we are going to be visiting a location near you and do feel free to get in touch by email in advance to arrange a meeting time if you’d like to. If we’re not going to be in your local area, you can email your enquiry directly to j.walker@swansea.ac.uk or follow this link to arrange an informal chat via Zoom https://calendly.com/j-walker-swanseauni