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• School reference letters for US universities

  Most universities ask for at least one reference from a student’s careers advisor, headteacher etc. It’s different from a personal statement, with a different focus from what UCAS wants.

• 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 statements for US university applications

  Most universities will require you to complete a financial statement along with your application. 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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