What are some good Universities in London, England?

American teenager wanting to study in England, should I?

• I am currently 17 and heading towards my senior year in high school. I am quite intelligent and have already been accepted to a few recognized public universities here in the States. However, it is not my aspiration to study, or live here. I understand moving to England for University as an 18 year-old is not reasonable for me. I do, however, intend on moving to England for graduate school. These are my specific questions: Any college suggestions? I absolutely love King's College London, but it's a bit pricey being in London. I actually quite like Birmingham more, but I'm not sure what good unis are there. Is it going to be hard to find work in England after I graduate? I know you can't really work on a student visa, and I'll need a job to eventually become a citizen. How are American perceived? I know the American stereotype many in Europe embrace. Although I am from the Southern U.S. I do not have an accent, and I am quite liberal. So I am hoping I will fit in and adapt quickly to the new culture? I know I wasn't very specific, but I would still love any input from anyone who has experiences on the matters. If you have any questions for me feel free to ask. Thanks.

• Answer:

  don't worry about being badly percieved as an American, there's been a more pro-American attitude since Obama, and generally the English are quite good at judging an individual, not a nation as a whole. if you have a good degree form a good university, I don't think you'll have a problem finding a job compared to everybody else here. BUT at the moment thats not saying much. they say the economy is getting better now though, so many it will peak again by the time you finish uni. have a look at UCAS guardian university league table times university league table remember as an undergraduate you do a more specific course than in America. accommodation in London is very expensive. more than a £100 a week for a decent room in zones 1 and 2 is very common.