Based in one of the most globalized cities in the world, New York University (NYU) was founded in 1831 and now has campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai in addition to a host of other centers across the globe. NYU was founded by Albert Gallatin, the Secretary of the Treasury in the cabinets of the 2nd and 3rd presidents of the US, James Madison and Thomas Jefferson, also the first president of NYU. Needless to say, its history is quite literally linked to the “Founding Fathers” of the United States.

Arguably reflecting the city’s reputation for diversity and acceptance, NYU has the particularity of having been non-denominational from the start – contrary to all other top American colleges at the time of their creation

New York University (NYU) in a few words

NYU now boasts over 26,000 undergraduate students and nearly as many graduates and in 2014, attracted more international students than any other American university, according to figures published in the “Open Doors” study by the Institute of International Education (IIE). In light of its growth and increasing popularity, the university has become more and more selective in part due to a nearly 100% increase in applications between 2007 and 2017. That year, NYU accepted 27% of its applicants. In 2017, that figure dropped to 19%.

The University has extremely strong ties with the city of New York, seen both in its use of its torch logo – like the Statue of Liberty – and also its location in central New York within the neighborhood Greenwich Village and more specifically, Washington Square. This area has for many years been known as a hub of cultural activity in New York was at one time home to historical figures as diverse as NYU chemistry Professor, creator of the telegraph and namesake of Morse code, Samuel Morse and abstract expressionist Jackson Pollock and cradle of the modern LGBT movement.

Academics

With more than 230 areas of study, NYU offers something for everyone. Its top ranked programs are social sciences (8th by the Academic Ranking of World Universities, 15th by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings,and 16th by the QS World University Rankings); psychology (11th by the QS World University Ranking).

Globally, NYU is ranked 18th in the Center for World University Rankings, 17th in International Colleges and Universities, 29th in the Academic Ranking of World Universities, 27th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and 46th in the QS World University Rankings.

Campus Life

NYU is an open, urban campus, but students still claim the area around Washington Square as their own. Washington Square provides an outdoor space for students to meet and relax or study, as many university buildings like the Silver Center, home to the Faculty of Arts & Sciences, are concentrated around this area. The university also provides numerous student-only spaces like the 24 hour Bobst Library, the Kimmel Center for University Life or the NYU Global Center for Academic and Spiritual Life also on the square.

A range of activities are offered including competitive and intramural sports, fraternities and sororities known as “Greek life” on American campuses. As of 2014, about 13% of NYU students were members of these clubs.

Notable alumni include entertainment industry figures like Martin Scorsese, Adam Sandler and Dakota Fanning (class of 2018); business people such as the owner of Barnes & Noble books, Leonard Riggio and the founder of Ben & Jerry’s, Ben Cohen; authors including Suzanne Collins, author of The Hunger Games and politicians including Bill de Blasio, the current mayor of New York City.

How do I apply?

To apply to NYU, you will need to use the Common Application, a centralized platform through which you can apply to most American colleges and universities. You will need to fill in information about your family – including the occupation of your parents -, provide your transcript or high school grades, submit 1 teacher reference letter, submit one “school report”, draft a résumé or CV, send official test scores (SAT, SAT Subject Test scores, ACT and English language test scores), declare a major or intended area of study, describe your extracurricular activities and as with most highly selective colleges complete the essay questions on the Common App as well as answer additional essay questions specific to NYU. The NYU current question is “Why NYU?”. According to NYU, this is one of the most important parts of your application.

You must submit all your materials before the appropriate deadline. If you are sure that NYU is your first choice, then you may want to apply for Early Decision, which may increase your chances for admission. Early Decision 1 materials must be submitted by November 1st. NYU also offers Early Decision 2, which is due on the same day as Regular Decision, January 1st.

The Candidate

Your admission application for New York University (NYU) must comprise the following elements :

• Your results from the SAT and from the Subject Test
• Your results from the TOEFL, IELTS Academic or the PTE Academic Test
• Your candidate file and the NYU Supplement
• Your NYU Financial Aid Application
• School Report, Guidance Counselor Letter and Transcript
• Teacher Evaluation Form 1
• Teacher Evaluation Form 2

When do you have to start preparing for NYU?

Taking into account the numerous specific requirements for American universities like taking exams; consistently participating in extra-curricular activities including clubs, music, sports, and side projects; and the numerous essays to write, we recommend that students begin start to think about their path to Stanford as soon as they begin high school. The application itself is typically completed during the fall semester of students’ last year in high school.

What is the profile of the students at NYU?

A few more facts and figures: The freshman (1st year) class entering in 2015-216 was made of  5,917 students, representing 49 states and 91 countries, with 19% as non-US citizens. Typically, most freshmen applicants have a typical unweighted, high school GPA of 3.5/A (90–95%) and are in the top 10% of their high school graduating class. For the freshman class of 2018-2019, the average SAT score for accepted students was 1460/1600 and between 32/36 on the ACT. The student-to-faculty ratio at the New York campus is 10:1

For graduate programs, as of 2016, the average MCAT score of students at the School of Medicine is 36/45, average GMAT score of graduate students at the School of Business is 710/800, average GRE quant score of graduate students at the School of Engineering is 169.3/170, and average LSAT score of students at the School of Law is 171/180.

Affording NYU

In order to be eligible for financial aid as an international student, you must apply every year using your personalized CSS Profile.

The deadlines to submit your financial aid application are as follows: Early Decision 1, November 15th; Early Decision 2, January 15th; Regular Decision, February 15th.

The University claims that the average student financial aid award is ,000 for the first year. Tuition (without Room & Board) is about ,000 per year in 2018.

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One of only three American institutions of higher learning to pre-date the American Revolution, Yale University owes its name to a 17th century Welsh merchant who donated his earnings from the sale of 9 bales of goods, 417 books and a portrait of King George I. Today, Yale University is home to about 5,200 undergraduates students of which about 10% are international.

It is not only part of the elite Ivy League of 8 American colleges and universities and a highly ranked university, but is also an innovative, forward-looking, international beacon of learning shining on the Eastern seaboard of the US in New Haven, Connecticut.

Yale: Training Leaders in all Domains

Since its inception, Yale has trained leaders in all domains of undergraduate and graduate studies. A few of the University’s notable alumni include Presidents George H. and George W. Bush, President and Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, US Supreme Court Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Clarence Thomas, American journalist Anderson Cooper, actors Jodie Foster, James Franco, Claire Danes, and author Nigerian-born Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie along with 61 Nobel laureates, 5 Fields Medalists and 3 Turing award winners.

Campus Life

Proud of its campus life with over 450 student organizations and a competitive member of the Ivy League athletic conference, Yale University was the first in the USA to adopt a mascot. Seventeen generations later, “Handsome Dan XVII”, a bulldog, attends athletic events, befriends students and professors alike, and according to the University, is the best-known mascot among American colleges and universities.

Some of the more well known student organizations include The Yale Political Union, advised by former Democratic Secretary of State John Kerry and the world’s oldest humor magazine, The Yale Record.

The architectural integrity of the original campus has largely remained intact despite the addition and demolition of various buildings since the campus opened in 1701. The oldest standing structure on campus is Connecticut Hall, built in Georgian style for the English kings of the same name and dating back to 1752. It is also a National Historic Landmark. Students and visitors will also notice Gothic, French Renaissance and mid-century modernist architecture.

Residential Colleges

Most student housing – which Yale calls “Residential Colleges” – is located in the oldest part of Yale’s campus. To promote unity, incoming students are randomly assigned to one of 14 Residential Colleges where they live with roommates and share a bathroom. Within the same building, students also have access to common rooms, game rooms, dance studios, music practice rooms, work out rooms, dining halls and “butteries”, which sell snacks. Freshmen live in a freshman dorm their first year before moving into their Residential College.

Residential colleges are led by senior advisors who help with all aspects of campus, residential and academic life, a dean of each college who serves as the main academic and personal adviser and a head of each college – usually a professor – who oversees all aspects of a particular college’s life, including student integration.

A few additional traditions in Residential Colleges include “Master’s Teas” or a sort of meet-and-greet with special guests as well as weekly formal dinners.

For further information, see the campus >map.

Academics

Organization

All undergraduate students are part of Yale College. In order to graduate, all students must complete the common requirements as well as earn their major credits from their chosen major from among 80 options (shown here). Graduate programs are within the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. There are also professional schools at Yale (including Law, Medecine, Nursing, Public Health, etc.). The University’s most popular degree programs are Economics, Political Science, History and biological science-related majors. All study programs culminate with a thesis, exam or senior project.

Liberal Arts

As a liberal arts college, the Yale curriculum is vast. Students study a range of topics and have until the end of their second year to declare a major. One of the advantages of this system is that it helps students develop the critical thinking, problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills that will be crucial to students’ future careers. Yale promotes both diversity of choice and concentration in a particular area; moreover, students must take at least 2 course credits in the humanities and arts, sciences, and social sciences. Finally, they must fulfill 3 skills requirements: quantitative skills, writing and world language. 

How do I apply?

Former Dean of Admission at Yale, Jeffrey Brenzel, states: “An applicant’s academic strength is our first consideration. We review grades, standardized test scores, and evaluations by a counselor and two teachers to determine academic strength”. Aside from this, Yale also wants students who have something to bring to campus – students who have, as they say, “the potential to add to the Yale community and take advantage of the extraordinary opportunities available on our campus.” These two elements together make up the ‘holistic review’ that admissions teams use to assess applicants. Therefore, applying to Yale demands that potential applicants prepare significantly in advance and ask themselves honest questions about why they are interested in Yale. Finally, Yale says that it looks for students who wish to “stretch their limits”.

What is a holistic review?

When universities use a holistic review, this means that they are looking for students who have both a proven academic talent and also a high level of personal development and extracurricular accomplishment. Additionally, universities consider not only grades and test scores, but also on summer activities (camps, courses, online courses, internships, jobs), extracurricular activities, personal essays, teacher recommendations, and the list goes on.

What do I do when I’m ready to apply?

To apply to Yale, students may use the Common Application (Common App), the Coalition Application or the QuestBridge National College Match. An application fee (around $80) will be charged.

Students will need to provide information about themselves and their family as well as a certain number of official documents, which if not in English, will require translation:

• official transcripts/grade reports
• mid-year report (from final year in high school)
• 2 teacher letters of recommendation
• 1 school counselor letter of recommendation
• official test scores (ACT/SAT with writing, AP if applicable, IELTS/TOEFL)

What tests and results are required?

• SAT Subject Tests: recommended but not required. Notes for international students (See the FAQ here).
• English proficiency: A 100 on the TOEFL or 7 on the IELTS is required.
• GPA and Rank: Students whose schools do not use these criteria will not be at a disadvantage.
• IB, A-Level, French Bac, etc.: While these scores cannot replace the SAT/ACT, this information should be self-reported on the application and be included in the School Report from a school administrator.
• Essays: In addition to the Common App essays, students will also have to upload answers to the Yale-specific essay questions below. For more information about Yale-specific essays, see here: https://admissions.yale.edu/essay-topics

The middle 50% of test scores (the 25th to the 75th percentiles) for enrolled freshman are as follows:

• ACT Composite: 33-35
• SAT-Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 720-770
• SAT-Math: 740-790

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What are the deadlines to apply?

Following submission of the application documentation, students may also be contacted by Yale directly to set up an interview with a Yale alumni.

Is it possible to transfer to Yale?

Yes, currently enrolled students at accredited 2- or 4-year colleges and universities may apply to transfer to Yale before March 1st. The admit rate is just under 3%, which is an even lower admit rate than for first year students. Out of 1,000 students who apply to transfer, around 20 to 30 applicants are accepted. More information is available here.

When do you have to start preparing for the University of Yale?

Taking into account the numerous specific requirements for American universities like taking specific exams, the importance of extra-curricular activities and the numerous essays to write, we recommend you start to think about your application for the United States from the start of your penultimate year at the latest.

TIMELINE FOR AN APPLICATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Throughout Year 11 and Year 12:

• Year 11 to February of Year 12: Start researching US colleges and preparing for standardized exams.
• Spring (March to May) of Year 12: We recommend you take the standardized tests for the first time (SAT and SAT Subject Tests) plus English exam (TOEFL) if necessary and register for futures sessions of the tests.
• Summer (June to Aug): Start writing your essays for your application.

Autumn at the start of your Final year:

• Ask your teachers and counselors to complete the required documents
• Take the SAT or ACT for the second time if you think you can improve on your score significantly before the deadline.
• Early Action Candidates: October is last month in which you can take the ACT Plus Writing Test so that Yale can examine your results.
• November 1st: deadline for Early Action applicants(!) – this will be the last month you can take the SAT Reasoning Test or SAT Subject tests and TOEFL so that Yale can examine your results.

Winter and Spring of your Final Year:

• End of March/Early April: Admission decisions for ‘Regular Decision’ are available online.
• Mid-December: The decisions for Early Action are available online
• January 2nd: Deadline for Regular Decisions candidates(!) – this will be the last month you can take the SAT Reasoning Test or SAT Subject tests and TOEFL so that Yale can examine your results.
• February: Regular Decision Candidates: It is your last month to take the ACT Plus Writing so that Yale can examine your results.

What is the profile of Yale students

In its mission statement, Yale states that the University wants to “educate students (…) and develop their intellectual, moral, civic, and creative capacities to the fullest”. To this end, Yalies, as students call themselves, are extremely motivated, aware, and engaged “in every sphere of human activity”. Hundreds of student organizations exist, including dance, debate, singing, theater and ahletic clubs of all levels.

For the incoming class of 2022 (admitted spring 2019) 35,308 students applied, 95% of them in the top 10% of their high school graduating class. Of this number, nearly 1,600 enrolled in early 2019 (slightly less than the very selective 6.3% acceptance rate).

The top 15 intended majors declared at the time of application included biomedical engineering, chemistry, computer science, economic, English, environmental studies and ethics, politics & economics.

What are the school fees at the University of Yale?

The total estimated cost of attendance at Yale is near $70K per year. Tuition alone costs $50K for the year. About 50% of Yale students receive scholarships and/or other grant aid from Yale sources.

Admission to Yale is need-blind, which means that a student’s admission is not based on his or her family’s ability to pay tuition. Yale provides financial aid that is entirely need-based.

International students will be glad to know that they are eligible to receive the same financial-aid policies as American students: their admission is need-blind. They have access to financial aid to meet 100% of their demonstrated need and may avoid bank loans to finance their education.

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The University of St Andrews is the most highly renowned and the oldest university in Scotland. Along with >The University of Edinburgh, St Andrews is considered to be the best university in Scotland and one of the most prestigious in the United Kingdom, on the same level as Oxford  or Cambridge.

Regularly classed as the third best university in the United Kingdom in all the national rankings, their students are the most satisfied in the U.K (Complete University Guide, 2018)! St Andrews, the university was established between 1410 and 1413- the first in Scotland- and comprising three colleges (University College, St Mary’s College and St Leonard’s College). Today, its student body of around 8000 at undergraduate level and 2000 graduates is composed of more than 135 nationalities and 45% are international students.

So, St Andrews is one of the most international universities in Scotland! The Complete University Guide classifies the Management, Divinity and the Middle Eastern and African Studies among its academic programs with the school of English, Philosophy, Anatomy and Physiology equally very well ranked by The Times and The Sunday Times.

Situated in the very picturesque city of St Andrews, the university was established between 1410 and 1413 and comprises three colleges (University College, St Mary’s College and St Leonard’s College).

Along with the University of Edinburgh, St Andrews is considered as the best university in Scotland and one of the most prestigious in the United Kingdom, on the same level as Oxford or Cambridge

The University of St Andrews in a few words

With more than 135 nationalities represented and 45% of students being international, Saint Andrews is one of the most international universities in Scotland.

The university is composed of 4 faculties. Their departments of Physics and Astronomy, of International Relations, of Information Technology, Geography, English, Management, Philosophy and Theology and African and Oriental Studies are among the most reputed at the university and are in the national top 3. Indeed, in the 2019 Complete University Guide, 24 out of the 25 subjects offered by St Andrews rank within the top 10 nationally making St Andrews one of only three multi-faculty universities (along with Cambridge and Oxford) in the UK to have over 95% of their subjects in the top 10.

Numerous illustrious mathematicians, scientists theologians and philosophers are graduates or affiliates of the University of St Andrews, from which there are six Nobel prizes.Recent alumni include the former First Minister of Scotland Alex Salmond; former Secretary of State for Defence Michael Fallon; HM British Ambassador to China Barbara Woodward; United States Ambassador to Hungary Colleen Bell; Olympic cycling gold medalist Chris Hoy; and royals Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. Six Nobel Laureates are among St Andrews’ alumni and former staff: two in Chemistry and Physiology or Medicine, and one each in Peace and Literature.

Student life

Admission to the University of St Andrews is reserved to the very best students and requires you to obtain excellent academic results.

How do I apply?

• The application on UCASYou must first submit your application on the UCAS platform, the equivalent of Parcoursup in England. This file comprises a cover letter (Personal statement) as well as a letter of recommendation from one of your teachers.
• Taking a standardized English testIt will also be asked of you to demonstrate an excellent command of the English language and you must also generally pass a standardized English test like the IELTS.
• The Conditional Offer of AdmissionFinally, if your application is accepted in the selection process, you will then receive a ‘conditional’ offer of admission. This means that you will only definitely be accepted on the condition that you obtain the minimum results Baccalaureate (most often a ‘Bien’ reference in the French Baccalaureate) and at a standardized English exam (generally between 6.5 and 7.5 in the IELTS)

When do you have to start to prepare for the University of St Andrews?

The deadline for applying to the University of St Andrews is fixed at the January 15th of your final year.

Always bear in mind the preparation work necessary for admission to Saint Andrews, it is strongly recommended to start preparing your application from your penultimate year to maximize your chances of success.

What is the profile of the students at the University of St Andrews?

Because of the high selectivity of the university, we recommend to send your application to these universities only if you can demonstrate that you have excellent academic results and are sure of obtaining at least a ‘Bien’ grade at Baccalaureate.

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Established in 1746 and therefore one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in the US, Princeton University is now one of eight elite American universities in the Ivy League. Additionally, it was ranked between 1st and 2nd best university worldwide for 16 of the 18 years between 2001 and 2018 by US News & World Report. QS World University Rankings places it at number 13 in 2018.

This private university has just under 5,400 undergraduate and about 2,700 postgraduate students. Its most well-recognized programs are consistently in the arts & humanities, natural sciences and social socials & management

Princeton University in a few words

The school is named for the famous alumni, the 28th president of the United States and former president of Princeton. Students enjoy its 600 acres set in suburban Princeton, New Jersey, which is about an hour by car from Philadelphia and about an hour and a half from New York City.

Concerning its academics, the highly reputed Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs delivers degrees from undergraduate to PhD. Among undergraduates the most popular majors include Public Policy Analysis, Computer Engineering, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, History, and Operations Research. Nearly 75% of classes have fewer than 20 students and many are taught in small, interactive groups around tables in seminar style; general and beginner courses are taught as in a lecture setting.

Princeton Tigers, as its students and their mascot are known, are particularly faithful to their alma mater and many attend an annual reunion on campus held each May. Graduating from Princeton is indeed, like many American universities, equal to gaining lifetime access to a club, in this case, a very selective one!

Student Life

The beautiful campus of Princeton experiences all four seasons, including a colorful fall and a cold, snowy winter. Buildings are equipped with the latest technology and many residential colleges also provide comfortable common areas and dining halls.

Campus life

One of the things that differentiates campus life at Princeton is the presence of Eating Clubs. This group of 13 selective clubs are more than just off campus houses where students eat together; they are Princeton’s version of Greek Life. Moreover, they set the tone for the social scene on Thursdays and Saturdays. Located just off campus on “the street”, each member can bring two invitees to events on weekends. While they are likely to greatly influence your social life should you choose to join one, not every student is a member, nor need be.

How do I apply?

To apply to Princeton University, you will need to use the Common Application, a centralized platform through which you can apply to most American colleges and universities. You will need to fill in information about your family – including the occupation of your parents -, provide your transcript or high school grades, submit two teacher reference letters and a guidance counselor letter of reference, draft a résumé or CV, send official test scores (SAT, SAT Subject Test scores, ACT and English language test scores), describe your extracurricular activities and as with most highly selective colleges complete the essay questions on the Common App as well as answer additional essay questions specific to Princeton known as the Princeton Supplement. The application will be due on January 1st unless you are applying for Single Choice Early Action in which case you must submit all materials by November 1st.

The selection process for Princeton is divided into several steps that we describe to you below:

The application file

Your application to Princeton University must comprise the following elements :

• Your results from the SAT and from the Subject Test
• Your results from the TOEFL, IELTS Academic or the  PTE Academic Test
• Your candidate file and the Princeton Supplement
• Your Princeton Financial Aid Application
• School Report, Guidance Counselor Letter and Transcript
• Teacher Evaluation Form 1
• Teacher Evaluation Form 2

When do you have to start preparing for Princeton?

Taking into account the numerous specific requirements for American universities like taking exams; consistently participating in extra-curricular activities including clubs, music, sports, and side projects; and the numerous essays to write, we recommend that students begin start to think about their path to Stanford as soon as they begin high school. The application itself is typically completed during the fall semester of students’ last year in high school.

What is the profile of students at Princeton?

With a rate of acceptance of 6,5% for Bachelor’s level, admission to Princeton is on an extremely competitive level at both Bachelor’s and Master’s level. According to our research, to have a good chance of being accepted,you must be at the top of your class and have a SAT score close to 1600 or an ACT score of around 35.

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The University of Nottingham is a public research university situated in the East Midlands in England, UK. Described by the Times as “the nearest thing Britain has to a truly global university”, Nottingham stands out because of its campuses in Malaysia and China as well as in the UK. Its status as a global university is reinforced by Nottingham’s rank in 2010 as 13th in the world for the number of former alumni listed among CEOs of the Fortune Global 500, sharing the position with Tohoku University in Japan and none other than Stanford University in California.

Renowned for its exceptional employability rating, Nottingham has been described as “one of the most employer friendly universities in the world” by Virgin’s Alternative Guide to British Universities. Likewise, in the Times Higher Education world ranking, Nottingham places amongst the top 15 most targeted universities in the world by leading employers. A place at the University clearly leaves you in good stead when it comes to career prospects – but what’s it actually like to study there?

Student Life

Student life at Nottingham is characterised by societies, sports clubs, volunteering projects, student-run groups and networks, and events such as pub quizzes, live music, club nights and comedy nights. Its established Students’ Union (SU) is to thank for the plethora of different activities on offer and is even responsible for the critically acclaimed and award-winning cinema and theatre group ‘The Nottingham New Theatre’. Likewise, Nottingham’s status as a ‘campus’ university means that students – in particular first year undergraduates – are within close proximity of one another. The campus allows for the presence of a centrally located social hub – in the form of a Students’ Union – where students can congregate and get to know one another. Nottingham’s principal campus – known as ‘University Parks Campus’ – is located within the City of Nottingham and just west of the city centre. The campus is very green and the vast array of social space means that students are often seen picnicking outside when the weather permits. Described as “one of the most attractive (campus’s) in the UK”, by the study-in-UK website, Nottingham’s beautiful and green campus really is home to thousands of happy students.

Academic matters

Academically, the University of Nottingham performs at an extremely high level. It forms part of the prestigious Russell Group and was ranked as the 16th best university in the whole of the UK, according to the Times University Guide 2019. In subjects such as Pharmacy and Pharmacology (6th), Education (22nd), Anatomy & Physiology (36th), Veterinary Science (29th), Nursing (42nd), Geography (46th) and English Language and Literature (49th), Nottingham ranks as one of the best universities in the world, according to QS World subject rankings 2018. Furthermore, Nottingham is ranked as high as 8th in the UK for the power and effectiveness of its research, with more than 97% of its research gaining international recognition, according to the 2014 Research Excellence Framework. Given this high standard of academic excellence, Nottingham has become one of the most competitive universities in the UK to gain entry to. Despite this, there are just over 9,000 international students currently enrolled at the university, which demonstrates the diversity amongst students Nottingham.
Nottingham is a great destination for international students. It is home to a university-run International Office that provides added support to students less familiar with the UK. This may range from a designated student on arrival to show you around the campus and help you settle in, to help with opening an English bank account or extending a visa.

English language lessons and social support are also on offer. Nottingham’s participation in English family home-stay programmes – where international students are given the chance to live and speak with local families nearby to the university – is a great way for foreign students to get up to speed with the culture and the language. 

A fun fact about Nottingham is that it is said to be the home of Robin Hood – the legendary and heroic outlaw who forms part of English folklore and literature. With the Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve not far from the city – where Robin Hood is said to have hidden – you never know what you may find in this special place. ‘Special’ is definitely a word that characterizes this university. Nottingham’s alumni have received prestigious awards such as 3 Nobel Prizes, a Fields Medal and ranked 2nd (together with Oxford) in the 2012 London Olympics for British medal winners. With established excellence in sport, academia and research, Nottingham really could be the university for you. Only a 20-minute drive away from East Midlands International airport, Nottingham is truly accessible for people from all areas of the world.

How Do I Apply?

For students wishing to apply to Nottingham, strong academic results and rigorous preparation are needed.

What are the different stages of the application?

There are several steps:

1. Apply on UCAS
2. Receive a conditional offer
3. Meet requirements from your offer
4. Confirm your acceptance

The details of these steps are covered below and on the University’s website.

How to begin an application:

Candidates apply via the British online platform UCAS, and upload a letter of motivation (Personal Statement), their predicted exam marks, and a letter of recommendation from one of their teachers. Students may only submit one Personal Statement for all the universities they apply for (maximum of 5 choices). The Personal Statement, no more than 4,000 characters, should explain why students want to study their chosen course, what aspects particularly interest them, what steps they have already taken to engage with the subject (reading, conferences, internships etc), and, if possible, what aspects they are looking forward to studying.

Conditional offer and acceptance:

If students succeed in all these stages, in January they will receive a ‘conditional offer’ of admission. This means that they will be accepted if they attain the required marks (most often a high grade in your end of high school studies, and in a standardized English exam: 7.5 in the IELTS for example).

What is the deadline for applying?

Deadlines:

The deadline for applications to the University of Nottingham is the 15th January of a students’ final year of secondary school or sixth-form college (Year 12).

Fees

University fees vary based on your choice of degree. To get an idea of how much you can expect to pay, follow the links below and select your preferred degree.

See undergraduate degrees

See postgraduate degrees

When taking into account the cost of any university, you should also consider the cost of living.

Nottingham provides an estimate for the cost of living, which can be found on this website: they provide a detailed list of costs you can expect to incur including housing and social costs.

You might predict an annual average budget of around £10,000 per year, including accommodation, transport, personal expenses etc.

When do you have to start preparing for the University of Nottingham?

It is recommended that students try to find aspects of their chosen course that genuinely interest them and to think deeply about why they wish to study this subject – after all, students are applying to study this subject full time for at least 3 years.

Is it possible to visit the campus?

Open days at Nottingham have now closed for this academic year. More information can be find here.

Are you ready to study at Nottingham?

We’re here to help you succeed in your application.