Aspire to Aim Higher 2012 -2013
The Application Process Most students will apply to University through UCAS Some exceptions, for example Art/Design, Performing Arts Applications opened on September 1 st Oxford and Cambridge due by October 15 th Other universities by January 15 th BUT the earlier the better! Some Art and Design courses 24 th March
All Students will go through the process of filling in the form Those who choose to send it will pay £12 for one choice or £23 for up to five choices Just because you apply doesn’t mean you have to go but it does keep options open
So What’s happened So Far?
April – Higher Education Conference UKC July – UCAS day Taster days at universities ALSO… Group careers session Individual careers sessions Tutor input on personal statements
What Happens Now?
Working with Miss Power Sessions with UKC tutors Tutor support ongoing Complete personal statements Go on Open Days Make university choices Ensure early application
Once You’ve Applied Universities will make offers, some will interview By 31 March 2013, universities and colleges should aim to have sent decisions on all applications received by 15 January. Accept one firm and one insurance. Consider order and meet the deadline Choose wisely, based on UCAS points Apply for finance and bursaries
5 May 2013 Outstanding replies from applicants declined by default where the last decision from universities and colleges was received by 31 March 30 June 2013 Final deadline for receipt of applications for immediate consideration. Those received after this date held for Clearing
Await results!! 15 August 2013 - Results www.ucas.com/parents http://direct.gov.uk/StudentFinance/ www.university.which.co.uk
Apply to The James and Cecile Johnson Charitable Trust – 31st May
Will be coming in for a group session with students and will also be available for individual drop in sessions for parents and students