Where should I live if I go to UCL?

The Euston area has everything a student could need. Alongside being incredibly close to the UCL main campus, it's got excellent transport links. London Euston, Euston Square and Warren Street tube stations are all within walking distance, so you can get anywhere in London easily.

Where do most UCL students live?

What neighborhood is UCL in?

UCL's historic campus is in Bloomsbury, central London, with the main Quad on Gower Street.

Is UCL located in a good area?

UCL and the surrounding area of Bloomsbury is generally a safe place to live, work, and study.

Where do London university students live?

How much UCL students spend in a week

Is it worth living in London as a student?

London is brimming with places to eat and drink, exciting things to do, a rich culture and history, a number of world-renowned Universities, famous landmarks and one of the best student lifestyles in the UK.

Do UCL students live on campus?

First Year students are prioritised for UCL Accommodation, which means that they are offered spaces in UCL Accommodation ahead of returning students. During the academic year 2023-24, all applicants who met the eligibility criteria were allocated a place in UCL Accommodation.

Is the area around UCL safe?

UCL is a safe university and does not have a high crime rate, however crime can occur as we are based in central London making parts of the university open to the public. Crimes in and around the campus tend to involve unattended valuables including phones, laptops, bags, and bicycles.

Is UCL as good as Harvard?

The UK is home to five of the world's top twenty universities, with four of those (Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial and UCL) ranked in the top ten. UCL has held a top 10 position since 2013, among global peers including MIT, Stanford and Harvard.

Is UCL better than NYU?

In terms of prestige, NYU is on par with University College London. Both have international reputations as “good schools” however, neither are contenders for the very best schools in the world (like Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, Yale, etc.).

What is UCL famous for?

UCL has a history of academic excellence and is consistently ranked among the world's top universities, with many of our faculties leading their fields. We're renowned for our world-class research, global influence and impact across a broad range of subjects.

What is the reputation of UCL?

UCL is ranked among the top 10 universities worldwide for the 12th year running, in the 2024 QS World University Rankings. The university now ranks ninth, putting it in the top 1% of the nearly 1,500 institutions assessed.

What is social life like at UCL?

Get started with UCL

UCL provides students with a wealth of services and facilities to meet their cultural, social, and leisure interests as well as their practical needs. Campus life is lively and varied, with a choice of social spaces and a huge variety of events on offer including talks, exhibitions and workshops.

Does UCL offer dorms?

UCLA's on-campus housing is situated at the heart of university life and is just a short walk away from classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and sports facilities. With housing and dining needs met, students are free to concentrate on being a full-time student.

Is UCL a prestigious school?

UCL is ranked 9 in QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities and has an overall score of 4.2 stars, according to student reviews on Studyportals, the best place to find out how students rate their study and living experience at universities from all over the world.

Is UCL better than Princeton?

Its research output and impact have seen UCL move up to eighth place this year in the Quacquarelli Symonds world university rankings, ahead of Yale and Princeton despite having investments and reserves only a fraction of those enjoyed by the Ivy League members.

What GPA is needed for UCL?

You should normally have completed, or expect to complete, two years of study at university level prior to entry to UCL. The typical minimum entry requirement is a cumulative GPA of 3.3 / 4.0 (or equivalent), but some subject areas require at least a 3.7 and may have additional prerequisites.

Is UCL harder than Oxford?

UCL is a hard University to get into. One of the hardest in the UK. Getting an offer is not certain, and making the grades once you have received an offer is difficult. Getting into either Oxford or Cambridge, however, is even harder.

How do I stay safe at UCL?

If you feel unsafe and are on campus, please call Security, who will liaise with emergency services if you are on campus, on 020 7679 2108 or extension 32108, or dial 222 in an emergency. UCL Security can also be reached directly by SafeZone app.

Is London safe for female students?

Safety at nightSafe. London is generally a safe city. It's equipped with plenty of CCTV cameras and well-lit areas, with generally calm residential areas and popular tourist locations. Nonetheless, like any big city, it has less safe areas too.

Can you walk around UCL campus?

The majority of the UCL campus and the entirety of the campus tour is fully accessible, but if you have any special requirements, please get in touch before you visit on [email protected] and we will be happy to help.

Can an average student get into UCL?

Yes, University College London (UCL) is a hard university to get into. As a rule of thumb, degrees at UCL are very competitive. So you'll need top marks (think three As or A*s) to stand out. Admission is a challenge, but with the right mindset, good grades and a strong personal statement it's totally doable.

What kind of student does UCL look for?

The UCL View

At UCL we are looking for brave thinkers – people who are intellectually and culturally adventurous, and are open-minded enough to take on new ideas and form new ways of thinking about the world. UCL is a global community. 48% of our students and 35% of our staff come from outside the UK.

Does UCL provide food?

Catered halls provide breakfast and dinner, Monday-Friday and brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Outside of these times, there are tea kitchens that are available for residents to prepare their own meals. UCL Halls are managed and operated by UCL staff.