What is UCAS' role?
We are the official online admissions service for UK universities – we are a non-profit organisation and have registered charity status. We work on behalf of the universities connecting people to higher education.
What we do:
- Process applications
- Provide information, advice and training
- Conduct education sector engagement
- Provide fraud and verification services
What we don't do:
- Suggest courses/universities
- Make decisions/offers
- Advise on finance/immigration/visas
Get resources and advice
To really help your students, you will need to know and advise on the following:
- UCAS' application process and online application form – UCAS Apply. See our International toolkit for further details.
- How to complete the personal statement
- General information on the tuition fees and finances associated with studying in the UK
The International guide for is a great starting point for those advising students applying to UK HE.
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You may also be interested in the benefits of becoming a UCAS registered centre. There are currently over 10,500 registered centres worldwide, including 4,200 schools, education consultancies and other organisations outside the UK.