• Built for US & Canadian students

Your path to
a UK degree.

Compare 85+ universities, decode UCAS, and find your fit — without the noise.

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85+ universities · Guidance for US & Canadian students · Compare & shortlist

University of Oxford
Oxford, England
Russell Group
#3 QS UK$44,500/yr
PPEMedicineLaw
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland
Russell Group
#4 QS UK$33,400/yr
MedicineEngineering
University of Manchester
Manchester, England
Russell Group
#6 QS UK$31,500/yr
BusinessComputer Science

• Why the UK

A different kind of degree.

For North American students, the numbers make a compelling case.

3 years
Bachelor's degrees
Save a full year vs North America
$19k–35k
Annual tuition (USD)
Often less than US out-of-state costs
30+
Countries within 3 hours
Explore Europe while you study — Paris, Amsterdam, Barcelona by budget flight
18
Top 100 universities
More per capita than any country except the US

Where are you starting from?

UK degrees work very differently at undergrad and postgrad. Pick your path.

• Universities

A few worth knowing.

From ancient to modern — the UK's range surprises most students.

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University of Edinburgh
Featured

University of Edinburgh

One of the world's top 20 universities, offering 500+ programmes across arts, sciences, medicine, and engineering in Scotland's historic capital. Dedicated support for North American applicants.

QS UK #5EdinburghRussell Group500+ Programmes

• The Application

UCAS in plain English.

For undergraduates: one application. Up to 5 universities. No individual supplements. £28.50 total. Most postgraduates apply directly to universities.

Choose up to 5 universities

One UCAS account, one form, five choices. You don’t apply to each university separately — one application covers all of them.

Write your personal statement

One 4,000-character statement. No supplements, no individual university essays. 800 words, submitted once.

Receive and accept offers

Universities respond with conditional or unconditional offers. You hold your favourites and accept one. Done.

Read the full UCAS guide for North American students →

• Cities

Where will you land?

Each city has its own character. The right university is often in the right city.

London
20+ universities
  • · Global careers hub
  • · UCL, King’s, LSE, Imperial
  • · From £1,400/mo
Explore London
Edinburgh
4 universities
  • · Most beautiful UK city
  • · Univ of Edinburgh, Heriot-Watt
  • · From £900/mo
Explore Edinburgh
Manchester
5 universities
  • · Top student city in UK
  • · Manchester, MMU, Salford
  • · From £850/mo
Explore Manchester
Bristol
3 universities
  • · Arts & creative industries hub
  • · Bristol, UWE, Bath nearby
  • · From £950/mo
Explore Bristol
Featured Programme
University of Bath
University of Bath

BSc Computer Science with Placement Year

Ranked #1 in the UK for graduate prospects in Computer Science. Includes a guaranteed paid industry placement year with leading tech companies. Apply for 2026 entry.

Duration:4 years
Fee:£28,500/yr
UCAS:144 points
Placement YearHigh EmploymentScholarships
⏰ UCAS 2026–27 Deadlines:Oct 15 — Oxford, Cambridge, Medicine & Dentistry · Jan 15, 2027 — Most undergraduate programs · Jun 30, 2027 — International late applications
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• The Guide

Start here.

Practical advice, in order, for every stage of your UK application.

1

Research

12–18 months before
  • Browse universities and compare courses
  • Attend open days and virtual tours
2

Prepare

6–12 months before
  • Take required exams (AP/IB)
  • Prepare personal statement
  • Gather references from teachers
3

Apply via UCAS

Oct–Jan
  • Submit UCAS application (up to 5 choices)
  • Pay £27.50 application fee
4

Receive Offers

Jan–May
  • Get conditional/unconditional offers
  • Choose firm choice + insurance option
5

Meet Conditions

Jun–Aug
  • Complete final exams
  • Results day and confirmation
6

Visa & Travel

Jun–Sep
  • Apply for Student visa
  • Arrange accommodation and book flights
7

Arrive & Start

Sep–Oct
  • Welcome week and orientation
  • Begin your degree
Start Your UCAS Application

Scholarships for North American students

Many UK universities offer fee discounts and bursaries for international applicants — create an account to explore.

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