Study in the US
The American education system is considerably different from its British counterpart. Things like length of study, method of instruction, availability of funding, and type of course can vary greatly between the two countries. It is important you find the combination that best suits you. The Fulbright Commission is the official source of information on applying to American universities for the United Kingdom so it's the best place to start your research.
The US has its own unique admissions process. Universities may require applicants to take prerequisite courses, obtain certain marks on standardised admissions tests, or submit additional materials with their applications. Deadlines in the US tend to be far earlier than those in the UK. You should also be aware of things like rolling admissions and early decision, as they can affect your chances of acceptance. Familiarise yourself with the specifics well before you plan to apply. Good resources include US News and World or the Princeton Review, which rank programs by subject area. Once you’ve put together a list of schools in which you’re interested, visit each university’s admissions page to learn more about the university, the course, and its selection process.
If you would like to study in the US, you should research your options before you make an application. You can start by looking at our programme-specific wiki pages on the right side of the screen. They provide background information and other useful resources.
The Careers Centre has a wealth of books on postgraduate study and funding, which are available on short-term loan from reception.
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