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• Recommendations (references)

  Most universities will ask you for at least one reference, written by a careers advisor, headteacher, housemaster, etc. This reference is similar to UCAS, although it should not focus on a particular course, but rather suitability in general for higher education. It is ‘all about’ you and should address academic performance, extra-curricular activities and personal qualities.

• Deadlines & early decision

  You must meet your deadlines! US universities will not accept late applications unless they have ‘rolling admissions’, meaning they accept students on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Financial statement

  Most universities will require you to complete a financial statement. Do this carefully as it will be used to determine your eligibility for financial assistance.

• Interviews

  Although interviews are rarely mandatory for admission into any American university, they are often recommended and are an excellent way of finding out about the place in which you are planning to spend the next four years. Interviews for international students can function in two ways...

• Help!

  I need help: find a University Consultant!, How can a consultant help me? About our university consultants, This just in! UU in the news and Student uni fairs: don't miss...

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