Why is UCL taking so long to reply?

The time it takes for a selector to consider your application depends on the following factors: The time of year you apply. The number of applications received by the Faculty you are applying to. If you are academically qualified for the programme.

How long did it take to hear back from UCL?

An email will be sent to you telling you how to log on to the UCL Applicants Portal after you have submitted your form. We will aim to send you a decision within 8 weeks, however at certain points in the year the decision may take longer due to the high volume of applications we receive.

How long does it take UCL to give offers?

UCL endeavours to ensure that all applicants who have applied by the October or January equal consideration deadline will receive a decision via UCAS by the end of April in the calendar year of proposed entry, or a calendar year ahead for deferred entry applicants.

What does UCL look for in applicants?

We assess applications by looking very carefully at the UCAS Form, including GCSE grades, and A Level predictions (or equivalents), the tutors' reference, and the UCAS Personal Statement. We then shortlist the strongest candidates.

Does UCL law require interview?

Do you conduct interviews for places on the LLB degree programmes? If you have applied to one of our LLB Law with a European Legal System degree programmes, and we are considering making an offer to you, we will invite you to attend an interview in order to assess your competence in the language of your programme.

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When should I hear back from UCL?

For the majority of applications this process takes around 10 weeks. The time it takes for a selector to consider your application depends on the following factors: The time of year you apply. The number of applications received by the Faculty you are applying to.

How hard is it to get into UCL?

Yes, University College London (UCL) is a hard university to get into. As a rule of thumb, degrees at UCL are very competitive. So you'll need top marks (think three As or A*s) to stand out. Admission is a challenge, but with the right mindset, good grades and a strong personal statement it's totally doable.

Do UCL accept lower grades?

UCL's entry requirement range is A*A*A–ABB. 2. UCL has a benchmark entry level of ABB at GCE A level and does not make offers of admission with any grades lower than B.

What is the acceptance rate for UCL after interview?

UCL receives an average of 3500 applicants per year, for 334 places, resulting in a success rate of under 10%. UCL typically interviews 950 applicants (approximately 25% of total number of applicants) for these 334 places, giving an applicant a 35% chance of being offered a place after being interviewed.

Does UCL hold interviews?

If you are UK-based, meet the minimum entrance criteria, and have a strong personal statement, you will be invited to an online interview. After the interview you will write a short essay. If you live outside the UK, we may contact you to complete a questionnaire instead of an interview.

Do UCL give unconditional offers?

Once UCL has received the relevant documentation confirming that you have met the conditions set out for you, your offer will become unconditional.

How long does UCL interview last?

The interview (around 20 minutes) will be devoted both to questions about general knowledge, and to more personal questions regarding the motivation of the applicant; their career objectives; their personal, academic, and professional expectations and their extracurricular activities.

Can you get two offers from UCL?

If you have multiple offers to study at UCL

You will only be able to accept one offer at UCL. If you have already accepted an offer, and receive another you wish to accept instead, your acceptance of the first offer will automatically change to declined.

Does UCL accept late applicants?

Because of the January UCAS deadline, late March is the earliest we can make offers. I've missed the UCAS deadline -- can I still apply? The UCAS deadline (typically mid-way through January) is our final deadline for all programmes. If you miss this, your only option is to wait and apply the following year.

Does UCL consider late applications?

Does UCL accept Extra or Late applications? Typically, UCL only has a small number of programmes open to Late or Extra applications. These are clearly indicated on the UCAS website. Unfortunately, if UCAS shows the message below, we will not consider any late or extra applications for this programme.

What does UCL look for in a personal statement?

We want to understand: Your passion for your subject. How you are a good fit for your chosen programme. What you will bring to the university community.

What are the least competitive courses at UCL?

Most Competitive Courses at UCL is MSc in Banking which has an acceptance rate of 6.2%. Least Competitive Courses at UCL is MBA which has an acceptance rate of 92%. Acceptance rate for Physics in UK is 89%.

Is UCL prestigious?

University College London (UCL) and Imperial College London are the two highest-ranked London universities in the QS World University Rankings® 2022, beating 18 other universities from the city and ranking in the top 10 in the world -- something both schools have managed consistently.

Can you get into UCL with a low 2 1?

UCL is harder to get into than kings. UCL requires a good 2:1, so a bare 2:1 can be (and is often) rejected.

Does UCL prefer 4 A-levels?

We welcome applications from students offering A Levels and other equivalent qualifications. Our entrance requirements are based on three A Levels. Depending on the degree programme, we make standard offers in the range A*A*A–ABB.

Does UCL care about grades?

Grades: UCL's prestigious university ranking means that it can ask for higher grades than other UK universities. So, check whether your grades are up to par! Subject choices: Some courses at UCL might deem it essential that you've studied X or Y subjects. In other cases, they might recommend specific subjects.

Is UCL harder than Oxford?

UCL is a hard University to get into. One of the hardest in the UK. Getting an offer is not certain, and making the grades once you have received an offer is difficult. Getting into either Oxford or Cambridge, however, is even harder.

Is UCL as good as Harvard?

The UK is home to five of the world's top twenty universities, with four of those (Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial and UCL) ranked in the top ten. UCL has held a top 10 position since 2013, among global peers including MIT, Stanford and Harvard.

Why is UCL so prestigious?

UCL has a history of academic excellence and is consistently ranked among the world's top universities, with many of our faculties leading their fields. We're renowned for our world-class research, global influence and impact across a broad range of subjects.