Is there an American UCAS?

How does an American apply to UK universities?

• I'm seventeen and just starting my senior year of high school. I've had a perfect 4.0 GPA the past three years and have taken AP and enriched classes. I've scored a 2170 on the SAT and a 32 on the ACT. I'm not worried about getting in or not, but I have no idea on how to apply or what I need to apply. I've started my application on the UCAS website, but some of the questions I don't understand, probably because the education system is different over there uses different terminology etc. Some main questions I have...1. Do UK universities accept SATs and AP tests? I've heard of the International Baccalaureate but have no real idea what it is...and I live in a rural area where I probably couldn't take the IB test (is it a test?) or whatever it is...2. What is the tuition band system? and 3. What kinds of scholarships can an American student get? I'm looking at applying at Oxford, University of Glasgow, Cardiff University, University College of London, and St. Andrew's University. Thank you!

• Answer:

  I'll give you what information I can, but be aware that this really is something you should ask for help with from the person in your high school you counsels students on university applications. 1. Yes, UK universities accept SATs and AP tests. I know several American students who go into British universities with those qualifications. SAT results of around 2000 and AP results of 4 or 5 are usually the minimum requirement. The IB (International Baccalaureate) is a two-year all-encompassing (a.k.a. you do this program, you have no life, it's that intense) high school program. Check out the IB website if you're curious. 2. The tuition band is which category you fall into for paying fees. You would be classed as an overseas student and pay the appropriate fees. 3. It depends on the university. Every one has a different set of scholarships, but information about available scholarships and bursaries will be available on the university websites, usually under the heading of admissions or prospective students. Good luck with your applications!