Welcome to The University of Edinburgh USA Development Trust The University of Edinburgh USA Development Trust is an independent non-profit organization based in the United States that supports teaching, research and student activities at the University of Edinburgh.Since 1992, donors to the Trust have enabled students from the US to realise their dream of studying in Edinburgh through scholarships, providing them with a life-changing experience. Gifts to the university have also helped ground-breaking research and ensured teaching and learning remains world-class. Make a gift Donate today to help students, teaching and research at the University of Edinburgh. Student stories Find out how studying at the University of Edinburgh can be a life-changing experience. This article was published on 2025-01-06