Use other people's experiences to help you make the right decision

The case studies in this section will show you how different people have become mature students.

Their stories reveal how they set about tackling the problems and obstacles faced by older students with different constraints and responsibilities.

They each remain delighted that they made the decision to go to university or college.

Tim, 26, personal circumstances prevented him from attending university
'Coming to university was a huge step to take... I'm extremely glad to have been given this chance'

Tracey, 37, university wasn't an option after leaving school
'Starting university with some life experience was a big advantage'

Sara, 37, wanted to earn money after school
'It's never too late to try something new!'




Would you like to tell your story about life as a mature student?

We all want to know as much as possible before making an important decision, and reading about other people's journeys to university or college can be really helpful. If you think that your experiences of applying to, and attending, higher education could benefit other mature students, please email us at webeditor@ucas.ac.uk and your story could be displayed in this section.