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Application Process

Overview:

As detailed in the undergraduate study timeline, applying to UK undergraduate programs can be a lengthy process, so allow yourself ample time to properly complete your application.

Typical Admissions Requirements:

Each university will set their own admissions requirements for US applicants. Therefore, it is best to consult each university for details. However, admissions requirements for US students applying for undergraduate study in the UK generally include:

• a high school diploma
• a minimum score of 600 on the verbal, math and writing sections of the SAT Reasoning Test OR ACT scores of 26 or higher
• a score of 3 or above in three or more Advanced Placement tests OR a minimum of 650 in three SAT subject tests
  OR
• An International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a score of 30 or above
  

Please note establishing that you meet the minimum criteria for admission to the universities of your choice does not guarantee entrance to those universities, but is instead the first step in assuring that your application is seriously considered.

Admissions Process:

Students apply for undergraduate study in the UK through a centralized system called the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). UCAS simplifies the admissions process by allowing you to complete only one application that may be submitted to up to five programs (up to four for medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine applications). UCAS applications generally include a personal statement, letter of reference and education information. You may also be required to submit supplemental forms to each university separate from your UCAS application, such as an official transcript or school profile.

Please note that your UCAS application will go to the academic department in which you wish to study rather than a central admissions office at each chosen university. Therefore, it is advisable to tailor your personal statement and selection of referees to an academic audience. Further, your personal statement should be relevant to all universities to which you apply.

To apply through UCAS, you will register through the UCAS website and complete UCAS Apply, the online application

For information and tips specifically for US students applying through UCAS, please refer to the British Council website.