Registered charity · No. SC005336Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc)
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University Of Edinburgh
Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
University Of Edinburgh is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes.
University Of Edinburgh (number SC005336) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does University Of Edinburgh do?
As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030, we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for University Of Edinburgh
Answers University Of Edinburgh gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 July 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Where does University Of Edinburgh's money come from?
University Of Edinburgh reported £1512m total income for the year ending 31 July 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £1302m (86%), trading and fundraising events £94m (6%), investments £58m (4%).
Charitable activities (fees and contracts)£1302m · 86%
Trading and fundraising events£94m · 6%
Investments£58m · 4%
Other income£58m · 4%
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Where it says it operates
City of Edinburgh
What causes is University Of Edinburgh registered for?
the advancement of educationany other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes
Why is there no Clarity Score for University Of Edinburgh yet?
Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score University Of Edinburgh.
An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity.
The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating.
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What should you check before donating to University Of Edinburgh?
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The register data used for this profile lists University Of Edinburgh as a registered charity (number SC005336) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is University Of Edinburgh's charity number?
University Of Edinburgh's charity number is SC005336. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC005336?
Search SC005336 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
What does University Of Edinburgh do?
As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030, we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
Does University Of Edinburgh have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for University Of Edinburgh. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
How can I donate to University Of Edinburgh?
University Of Edinburgh's website listed in our register data is http://www.ed.ac.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Where does University Of Edinburgh's money come from?
University Of Edinburgh reported £1512m total income for the year ending 31 July 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £1302m (86%), trading and fundraising events £94m (6%), investments £58m (4%).
When was University Of Edinburgh registered as a charity?
University Of Edinburgh was entered on the register on 1 January 1902.