Russell Group🏆 UK #20 · QS 2025🌍 World #175

University of Liverpool for International Students 2026 — Best Value Russell Group?

Russell Group in one of the UK's most culturally vibrant and affordable cities

Tuition/year

£19,500–£27,000

Living/month

£750–£1200

Accept rate

72%

Intl students

31%

ROI VerdictPayback period: ~5 years

Good value — Russell Group name with some of the lowest fees and living costs in that group. Best for medicine, architecture, and students prioritising affordability.

Avg graduate salary

£31,000/year

Run my ROI →

Tuition Fees for International Students

Annual tuition range£19,500 – £27,000

NoteUndergraduate international fees 2026

English requirementIELTS 6.0–6.5 depending on course

Acceptance rate72%

International students31% of student body

Popular Courses & Graduate Outcomes

CourseAvg SalaryEmployed

Medicine£65,00099%

Architecture£35,00085%

Business£34,00086%

Law£42,00088%

Salary data reflects UK graduate outcomes within 15 months of graduation. Source: HESA Graduate Outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Liverpool International Excellence Scholarship

£2,000/year

International UG, merit-based

Medical Sciences Bursary

Varies

Medicine and dental applicants from specific regions

Honest Assessment

✅ Pros

+Lowest tuition in Russell Group starting from £19,500
+Very affordable and culturally rich city
+Strong medicine and architecture departments
+Manchester accessible in 35 minutes by train
+Friendly, welcoming city culture

⚠️ Cons

–Lower global ranking than top UK universities
–Smaller local economy than Manchester or Birmingham
–Some areas of Liverpool have higher crime rates

🏫 Campus Life

City-centre campus. Globally famous music heritage (The Beatles). Strong arts, culture, and nightlife. Very friendly and welcoming city culture.

💼 Job Prospects

Liverpool has a growing digital and creative sector. Close to Manchester (35 mins by train) which significantly expands the job market. Strong in life sciences, legal, and port/logistics.

🆚 University of Liverpool vs University of Manchester

Manchester is ranked higher and has a larger graduate job market. Liverpool has lower fees and living costs. Both are Russell Group — Liverpool is the budget-conscious choice within the group.

Read University of Manchester full review →

Calculate Total Cost of Studying at Liverpool

Tuition + living costs + part-time income offset. Get your personalised ROI in 3 minutes.

Run ROI Calculator →Liverpool Living Costs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Liverpool good for international students?+

Liverpool offers Russell Group prestige at a lower price point than most peers. Tuition starts at £19,500/year. The city is extremely affordable and culturally vibrant. Strong for medicine — Liverpool's medical school has an excellent reputation. Manchester is 35 mins away expanding your job market.

Not official guidance. Tuition fees, scholarships, and course requirements change annually. Always verify current fees and entry requirements directly with the university. Rankings data from QS World University Rankings 2025. Graduate salary data from HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey.