The following list of University of Glasgow people provides a selection of the well-known people who have studied or taught at the University of Glasgow since its inception in 1451. Historical lists of chancellors, rectors and principals of the university are contained in those offices' respective articles.

Nobel laureates

Arts

Classics

History

Musicians

Philosophy and theology

Writers and poets

Business

Civil service

Law

Media

Military

Politics

Conservative Party

Labour Party

Liberal Party/Liberal Democrats

Scottish National Party

Scottish Unionist Party

Miscellaneous

Sciences

Medical

Biology

Chemistry

Mathematics, physical sciences and engineering

Computing

Social sciences

Sports