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What AP Scores Do I Need to Get Into Cambridge? If you’re a US high school student hoping to apply to the University of Cambridge, your AP scores are extremely...
16 Aug 2026
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How to Get Into the University of Cambridge from the U.S. A Complete Guide for American Students If you’re a US high school student considering the University of Cambridge, the...
16 Aug 2026
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Can I Get Into Oxford Without APs? A Guide for US Students The short answer: yes, but only if you are taking another qualification that Oxford accepts as equivalent to...
16 Aug 2026
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Can I Get Into Oxford with an Associate Degree? A Guide for US Students Unfortunately, the short answer is no. If you are a US student graduating from an Early...
16 Aug 2026
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What SAT Score Do I Need to Get Into Oxford? A Guide for U.S. Students This guide specifically address the SAT, however the ACT is equally accepted. What SAT Score...
15 Aug 2026
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Do I Need APs to Apply to Oxford? A Guide for U.S. Students If you’re a U.S. student hoping to apply to the University of Oxford, your AP exam results...
15 Aug 2026
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What Do I Need to Get Into Oxford? A Guide for U.S. Students If you’re a US high school student considering the University of Oxford, the application process can feel...
14 Aug 2026
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Can I Apply to UK Universities with a Low GPA? The short answer: yes, you can apply to UK universities with a low GPA. For many UK universities, strong AP...
14 Aug 2026
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Do I Need a 4.0 GPA to Apply to UK Universities? The short answer: no. One of the biggest misconceptions I hear from US students considering UK universities is that...
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Can I Apply to UK Universities Without APs? The short answer: usually yes — you can apply to many UK universities without APs. If your US high school doesn’t offer...
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Do I Need To Take The SAT or ACT to Apply to UK Universities? The short answer: it depends. If you’re a US high school student considering universities in the...
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UK University Rankings: Which League Tables Are Best? Every year, a new set of UK university rankings is published. For many students and parents, league tables are one of the...
05 Aug 2026
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How to Write a Strong UCAS Personal Statement The new UCAS personal statement is divided into three sections, but universities will still read it as one coherent statement. Think of...
05 Aug 2026
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UCAS Personal Statements: Strong vs Weaker Examples What makes a Personal Statement strong vs weaker?? One of the easiest ways to improve your UCAS personal statement is to recognize...
19 Jul 2026
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5 Insider Secrets for Completing the UCAS Personal Statement You have just 4,000 characters (about 600 words) to convince admissions tutors that you are ready to study your chosen...
19 Jul 2026
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Every year, admissions tutors read thousands of UCAS personal statements. Many begin with exactly the same, overused sentences and make the same generic claims. The problem isn’t that these sentences...
19 Jul 2026
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The UCAS personal statement is not the UK version of the Common App essay. You have just 4,000 characters (about 600 words), to answer three questions. Every sentence should demonstrate...
18 Jul 2026
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Cracking the UK Grading Code: What U.S. Students Need to Know by Thomas Marr, University of St Andrews, US Admissions Director Grades at UK universities often look very different. In...
10 Jun 2026
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What does it actually cost to study in the UK? One of the biggest misconceptions among US families is that studying in the UK is always expensive. While some highly...
09 Jun 2026
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Looking for affordable UK university cities? While London and Edinburgh consistently rank among the world’s best student cities and are often more affordable than many US college options, they can...
09 Jun 2026
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St Andrews Application Intensive July 11 - July 17 2026 Please complete this questionnaire as the first step to course enrollment Join me, Jo Clark from Overseas College...
11 May 2026
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Moving to the UK for university is exciting—but there’s a lot to figure out before you arrive. This Ultimate Guide to Starting University in the UK covers everything U.S. students...
01 May 2026
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Planning what to pack for university abroad can feel overwhelming, especially if you are heading to the UK for the first time. This UK university packing list is designed to...
01 May 2026
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What to Look for When Visiting UK Universities Knowing what to look for when visiting UK universities can make a big difference to how useful and informative your trip is....
29 Apr 2026
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Visiting UK Universities: When, Why, and What If You Can’t? Choosing the best time to visit UK universities can make a big difference. This guide explores the pros and cons...
29 Apr 2026
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When is the Best Time to Visit UK Universities? Do you need to visit UK universities before applying? Not at all! While a visit can be helpful, it is not...
28 Apr 2026
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Submitting Your UK University Application: Deadlines, Offers, and What Happens Next By the start of senior year, your focus shifts from preparation to action. In Part 1, we covered planning...
27 Apr 2026
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How to Build a Strong UK University Application: Academics, Super-Curriculars, and the Personal Statement - Junior & Senior Year Guide If you’re planning to apply to UK universities, strong grades...
27 Apr 2026
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If you’re a high school junior thinking about applying to UK universities in the fall of senior year, getting organized now can make the process feel much clearer—and far less...
27 Apr 2026
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Applying to UK universities is far more straightforward than most US families expect. Instead of juggling multiple applications, essays, and fees, you apply through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions...
27 Apr 2026
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If you’re applying to top UK universities, strong grades are important, but they are only part of the story. Admissions tutors also look for clear evidence of your interest in...
27 Apr 2026
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Many of the students I work with are drawn to St Andrews because it offers Ivy-level academics within a smaller, highly intellectual community—one where students can focus deeply on the...
27 Apr 2026
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It can feel daunting at first, but applying to UK universities is actually refreshingly straightforward for US students. With one application, one personal statement, and up to five degree program...
22 Apr 2026
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If you’re a U.S. student considering applying to UK universities, one of the first terms you’ll come across is UCAS. Understanding how UCAS works is key to navigating the UK...
22 Apr 2026
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Do You Need APs to Apply to UK Universities? The short answer is: it depends — on your school, your academic options, and importantly, which universities and degree programs you...
22 Apr 2026
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Hi there, My name is Joanne Clark (but I’ve always been Jo). I am a Brit, mother of 3, proud New Yorker, recent American citizen and founder of Overseas College...
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Whether you’re exploring your options or preparing to submit your UCAS application, these guides and events are here to support you at every stage.
