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Historical entry grades: Adviser guide

Our course pages now display both the advertised and actual grades of accepted students to help students understand more about the grades universities and colleges have accepted previously. The entry grades data uses up to five years of historical data (2019– 2023 application cycles).

How past students can inspire current students

One of your top resources as a teacher offering higher education (HE) guidance is your student alumni, now at university. So how do you keep in touch with past students and make the most of their experiences?

How to apply for student accommodation

If you’re working on your UCAS application or thinking about universities for next year, you might also be wondering where you’ll live if you choose to move away from home for your studies.

How to pay for uni

One of the biggest concerns for students and their parents is the cost of university. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know about fees, finance, and repayment.

How to prepare for a uni interview

Is there one UK university you would love to study at? Or have you found the perfect course for you? As part of the application process, they may want you to attend an interview or submit your work to see if you're the right kind of student.

Improve conversion to firm choice

Strengthen bonds with your applicants during the moments that matter, building the trust they need to make your institution first choice. Discover your biggest conversion drop-off points to improve future performance. Learn why they chose you, or crucially, why they chose another university or college over you.

Improve your competitive strategy

Combine your data with ours to differentiate your university or college from your competitors. With extensive insights and unrivalled higher education expertise, we'll help you develop stand-out plans to gain the advantage.

Increase your undergraduate applications

We can help you increase your applications across the full 18-month conversion funnel, from initial research, right up until acceptance. From discovery brand awareness activities to pre- and post-application campaigns, as well as Clearing, we help universities and colleges drive their student recruitment to the students who would love to choose them.

Individual needs?

No matter what background or specific needs you may have, education is an inclusive environment. Find out how universities and colleges can help you throughout your higher education.

International

UCAS has a wide range of information, resources and services to support international students, advisers and UK universities and colleges. This ranges from advice and guidance on the UK higher education admissions journey, to data dashboards and insights.

International student finance

If you’re unsure if your child is eligible for home or international fees, discuss this with the university or college.

Living costs for full-time students

You can get student finance to help towards your living costs while you’re at university or college. Content provided by Student Finance England.

Living costs for part-time students

You can get student finance to help towards your living costs while you’re at university or college. Content provided by Student Finance England.

M&S school leaver programme

M&S talk to us about how their school leaver programme works and what skills and benefits it offers as an alternative to university.