8. University of Edinburgh — Millionaire Maker Score: 47

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The University of Edinburgh has a lengthy list of notable alumni, from evolutionary theorist Charles Darwin to former British prime minister Gordon Brown.

Some of the names that have found their fortunes after graduating from the university include ex-BP chief executive Tony Hayward, Sherlock Holmes creator Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and George Touche, co-founder of Deloitte.