How much does Clearing cost?

There is no additional cost for Clearing – for 2026 entry you pay a one-off application fee of £28.95.

Free school meals application fee waiver: If you have received UK government funded free school meals at any point during your secondary education, you will be eligible to have the application fee waived. Find out more.

Care leaver application fee waiver: For the 2027 cycle, students who are care leavers may also be eligible to have the application fee waived. Find out more.