References for UCAS applications
How you get a reference for your application depends on if you’re applying individually, or through a school, college, or a centre registered with UCAS.
Information and advice pages
References for UCAS applications
How you get a reference for your application depends on if you’re applying individually, or through a school, college, or a centre registered with UCAS.
Reforming references for the 2024 cycle
We’ve worked with over 180 universities and colleges, 700 teachers and representative bodies, and nearly 15,000 students to build on the findings from the Reimagining UK Admissions report 2021.
Repaying your student loan
How you repay your loan depends on your circumstances once you leave your course. Here, the Student Loans Company explains how and when you’ll start to repay.
Repaying your student loan from overseas
The Student Loans Company explains why it’s important to let them know if you plan to live or work overseas after you finish your course.
Replacement certificates
If you need to provide evidence of exam results but don’t have your original certificates, all is not lost.
Replying to your UCAS Conservatoires offers
We'll let you know when a conservatoire makes a decision about your application. You'll then need to reply to offers online. Find out more.
Replying to your UCAS Undergraduate offers
Find out when you need to reply, how to accept or decline offers, and about the different replies you can make.
Reports and insights
Here you'll find all the latest reports and insights from UCAS to help you understand the specific needs and motivations of young people trying to decide on their next steps.
Researching university options
If your child decides university is the right path for them, there’s still a lot of research to do, with approximately 35,000 undergraduate courses to choose from.
Results day packages
Promote your apprenticeship opportunities as students are receiving their exam results and making crucial decisions about their next steps.
Revision tips and how to manage exam stress: a guide for parents and guardians
Exam season is an intense time for students, so we’ve got some handy tips to help you support the young people in your life with revision tips and how to manage their stress (and yours).