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2016 January deadline analysis report videos
To accompany the 2016 January deadline analysis report 'UK application rates by the January deadline', a series of short videos are available. These videos, recorded by current and graduate members of the UCAS Data Scientist Internship Programme, focus on specific areas of the report and highlight the key findings.
2018 cycle applicant figures – June deadline
These statistical releases describe applicants and applications from the 2018 UCAS cycle at the 30 June deadline.
2018 cycle applicant figures – March deadline
These statistical releases describe applicants and applications from the 2018 UCAS cycle at the 24 March deadline. The 24 March deadline is applicable to some art and design courses.
Appeal to specific markets
Whether you’re looking to connect with under-represented groups, specialist subject prospects, international students or postgraduates – we can help you understand and reach new customers across the full conversion funnel.
Data explorer for sex, area background and ethnic group provider level reports (experimental)
Sex, area background and ethnic group data explorer
HE provider good practice briefing for students in receipt of free school meals (FSM)
This briefing is for staff working in universities and colleges and supports the introduction of the new UCAS flag to identify applicants who have been in receipt of free school meals (FSM). Here, we outline the common challenges for these students, share examples of good practice around the UK to improve access to and success in higher education, and provide considerations ahead of the new question.
Increase workforce diversity and inclusion
Diversify your workforce to drive innovation and boost your reputation. Our unrivalled audience data and multichannel campaign services can help you understand and recruit talented students to meet your business goals.
Outreach Connection Service provider information
This page provides information to support providers with uploading and sharing their activities.
What does the Journey to a Million means for widening access in Scotland?
Alison Train, Assistant Director, Lothians Equal Access Programme for Schools (LEAPS) examines what the Journey to a Million means for widening access in Scotland?
4 Blog posts
Getting to number one – understanding the decision-making factors of WP students
It’s the warm season – for both the weather and conversion strategies in student recruitment. But while
Vicky Downie, Principal Insight Consultant 15 Jun 2023, 07:50
The influence of cost of living on student decision making
Jo Richards, our Senior Insight Lead, examines how the cost of living crisis will influence student decision
Jo Richards, Senior Insight Lead, UCAS12 Apr 2023, 10:30
64 News articles
Record acceptances for UK 18-year-olds as international growth flattens out
A record number of UK 18-year-olds have secured a place at university or college, close to a 3% rise
Number of disadvantaged students getting a place at university hits record high
A record number of disadvantaged students have secured a place at university and college this year, according
Number of disadvantaged Scottish students getting a university place hits record high
A record number of Scottish 17 and 18-year-olds from the most disadvantaged backgrounds have secured
New personal statement to help level the playing field for disadvantaged students
Personal statements are set to change, creating a level playing field for all applicants, UCAS has announced
2024 sees more 18-year-olds apply for higher education
The number of UK 18-year-olds and international students applying for a place in higher education has
Highest number of students sharing disability and mental health conditions secure place at university
More students than ever before feel comfortable in sharing a disability or mental health condition when
Record number of disadvantaged students aim high and apply to most selective university degrees
The number of UK 18-year-olds from the most disadvantaged backgrounds applying to the most selective
Highest number ever of students accepted through Clearing
A record number of UK 18-year-olds have secured a place at university or college through Clearing, new