Oxbridge Applicants

Oxbridge, the collective term for the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge, has a slightly different applications procedure from other UK universities. As well as the compulsory UCAS application, these two elite universities ask for an extra completed form an interview and in some subjects admission tests. Contents

As with other universities, there are no set "grade requirements" for applying to Oxbridge. However, the fact that Oxford and Cambridge are considered Britain's "elite" universities would suggest that high grades and academic prowess, as well as commitment to your chosen course, is essential. Each year, thousands of students apply for a place at these universities (a total of 26,265 in 2006); competition is understandably intense. However, please be aware that you cannot be offered a place if you do not apply. Every year thousands of students who are very able and would have had a serious chance miss out because they perceive Oxbridge to be "out of their reach". The universities' access schemes work very hard to undo the impression that it is not worth applying if you are not from the 'right' background.

Remember - Oxbridge applications have an early closing date of 15th October ... make sure you finish your application in time!

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