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Category: US Universities

Applying to Ivy League Schools from the UK: What to Know
Nov 28, 2025
Applying to Ivy League Schools from the UK: What to Know

Every year more UK students look towards the Ivy League, drawn by its global reputation, academic excellence and excepti...

Free US College Admissions Timeline
Nov 21, 2025
Free US College Admissions Timeline

The US college admissions process can feel overwhelming: standardised tests, essays, supplemental questions, teacher rec...

How to Finalise Your US College List in 5 Easy Steps
Sept 26, 2025
How to Finalise Your US College List in 5 Easy Steps

Choosing which U.S. universities to apply to is one of the most important and often the most overwhelming stages of the ...

ACT vs SAT: The Differences Explained (Updated for 2025)
Aug 22, 2025
ACT vs SAT: The Differences Explained (Updated for 2025)

Standardised tests are a cornerstone of US college admissions, crucially assessing students' academic abilities and pot...

5 Tips for Applying to US Universities
Jul 03, 2025
5 Tips for Applying to US Universities

There are a number of key differences to bear in mind when applying to university in the US as opposed to the UK. We hav...

How to Write a Standout Oxbridge Personal Statement (2025 Edition)
Aug 09, 2024
How to Write a Standout Oxbridge Personal Statement (2025 Edition)

Whether you're applying to Oxbridge or any other university course requiring a personal statement, knowing where to star...

Thinking of studying at a US University? We explore how UK students can stand out
Mar 04, 2019
Thinking of studying at a US University? We explore how UK students can stand out

Could a US University be the right place for your child to study? The growth in British Sixth Form leavers journeying ac...