The University of Reading

The University of Reading is based in Reading. It is especially strong in business, while still offering a broad range of programmes. Its student experience is shaped by an international atmosphere, with partnerships and mobility across many countries. For many students, a major draw is the international environment created through cross-border partnerships and exchange.

Rankings

#28 (National rank)▼

World Rank: #201

National rank

Ranked #28 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗

National rank

Ranked #28 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗

World rank

Ranked #201 globally in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. Source: TimesHigherEducation.com ↗

World rank

Ranked #201 globally in QS World University Rankings 2026. Source: TopUniversities.com ↗

World rank

Ranked #288 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

World rank

Ranked #288 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

Incoming Erasmus

37+ Students/Year

Semester Dates

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Autumn Term

14 Sept - 5 Feb

Spring Term

15 Feb - 2 Jul

Drinks

Pint 🍺: €4.5Wine 🍷: €5.8

Tuition (EU / Non-EU) (EST.)

1150 € / 2370 €

Monthly Rent (Est.)

760 €

On-Campus Housing

✅ Available

Erasmus student network

✅ Local student groups active

Affordability Score

6/10

Total Students

18,505

English Programs

✅ Courses AvailableSearch Catalogue ↗

Official Portal

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