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First and insurance university choices explained
What’s the difference between university firm and insurance choices? We’ve got help with deciding which offers to accept and answer your queries, from changing your mind to what happens next.
06 November 2023
5 min read
How long does it take for universities to reply to your application?
It might feel like it's taking forever for your uni offers to come through. Find out what's going on, and when you should hear back
05 October 2023
3 min read
Waiting for uni offers: how to keep your head
The Student Room explains how to stay cool while waiting for university offers.
18 September 2023
5 min read
University offers: what they mean and what to do next
A guide to unconditional and conditional offers from universities you’ve applied to through Ucas. What do they mean and what are your next choices?
08 March 2023
6 min read
What to do if you don’t get an offer from your first choice university
Rejected from your first choice university? Find out what your options are, namely how Ucas Clearing and Extra can give you a second stab at applying to uni this year.
08 March 2023
4 min read
Ucas Extra explained
Ucas Extra is a lifeline if you've not received any offers, or you've declined those you have. Learn more about Ucas Extra, including when it is.
03 March 2023
6 min read
Behind the scenes: how your uni application is processed
What makes your Ucas application stand out once you’ve fired it off - and how long does it take before universities will start making offers? Find out how your uni application is processed, and what university admissions tutors are really looking for.
09 December 2022
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