Be extraordinary.
Study at a world top 100 university with world-leading researchers.
Enjoy a huge range of sporting and extracurricular opportunities as part of a diverse community of 20,000 students in 17 unique colleges.
Be inspired by a medieval castle and cathedral on your doorstep, which collectively form a UNESCO world heritage site.
Reap the career benefits of a degree from a university that is highly ranked by employers and become part of a global network of 215,000 alumni in over 185 countries.
From North America to Durham
Students from North America talk about the academic experience at Durham and what they have loved about living here.
A world top 100 university
Our rankings
We are a world-leading university, across a broad range of subjects. In the QS World Rankings by Subject 2024, three of our subjects ranked in the world top 10, ten subjects ranked in the top 50 and 19 subjects ranked in the top 100.
Our research
From improving people’s health and influencing changes in the law, to supporting business and bringing music to new audiences, our research is having an impact around the world.
A unique college system
Every student is assigned to one of our 17 college communities. From daily activities to special events, our unique college system offers so many ways to have fun and make friends.
Recent extracurricular successes
A Cappella group competes in international singing finals
Our student A Cappella group, Northern Lights, competed in the 2024 New York international finals of a high-profile singing competition for the second year running.
Record-breaking season for sport at Durham
Our student sports clubs have achieved an all-time record for the University by winning 13 BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) national championships this season.
Scholarships for students from North America
We offer a wide range of scholarships, including scholarships aimed at students from the US and Canada.
Student support at Durham
At Durham, we want everyone to reach their full potential. Whether you want to develop your academic skills or need help because you're feeling overwhelmed, our student support services are here for you.
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
We are globally recognised as a leader in Arts and Humanities, nurturing thoughtful, critical and engaged citizens for a rapidly changing and complex world.
A transformative education
We provide an education that challenges boundaries, is research-led and transformative and takes advantage of the latest digital technologies.
More useful information
More useful information for students from North America thinking of studying at Durham.