University of Oxford for International Students

R E P O R T C A R D

University of Oxford

Oxford

United Kingdom

The University of Oxford, founded in 1096, is one of the oldest and most renowned universities in the world. It is best known for its intellectual and academic excellence, often topping rankings amongst established institutions of higher education. Its authority as both a global academic centre and a historic British institution sets it apart from many of its regional peers.

Overall Score:

60.04

We grade on a curve:

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

36831

Total Years to Degree

Total Tuition Cost ($)

110493

Location

Oxford, located in the UK, is a historic and culturally vibrant city with a population of around 150,000. It has excellent transport links, including a major airport, and numerous bus and train services which serve many cities in the UK and across Europe. The world-renowned University of Oxford is a particular highlight for visitors, with a number of beautiful college and university buildings to explore.

Overall Scores

Academics

86.82

Happiness

81.3

Costs

Overall Grade

60.04

1. Academics

Rank:

1

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

10.6

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better).

Number of English Taught Programs:

42

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take.

Total Academic Score:

86.82

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

82.8

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

42

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

100

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad?

Total Happiness Score:

81.3

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

18.8

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living.

Rent Index Percentile:

16.7

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

110493

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

12

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

60.04

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C