The 10 British universities with the most American students, ranked

• US students are often drawn to UK universities due to their more focused degree programs.
• Americans can’t get enough of Scotland, with the University of St. Andrews dominating the ranking.
• England’s most prestigious and historic universities are also popular among Americans.

1. Royal Veterinary College
   

   The oldest university in the English-speaking world, it attracts the best and brightest from around the globe.

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   2. University of Edinburgh

Number of US-domiciled, full-time students: 1,445

Founded in 1583, the University of Edinburgh has been the birthplace of scientific breakthroughs such as the discovery of chloroform’s use in childbirth and the cloning of Dolly the Sheep.

Like other Scottish universities, it offers four-year undergraduate courses — the same length as an American bachelor’s degree — which, as a result, “attracts significant US interest,” Guthrie said.

1. University of St. Andrews
   

Number of US-domiciled, full-time students: 2,200

With around one in five students at St. Andrews coming from the US, the university has become known for its popularity with Americans.

Founded in 1413, St. Andrews is strong academically and has an active campus life characterized by traditions and a tight-knit community.

“St. Andrews has done a phenomenal job in their outreach to American students,” Guthrie said. “There is also prestige. St. Andrews is recognizably elite.”