How to apply?

Most higher education applications are made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

You have to apply online using a system called "ucasapply". Your school or college will be able to give you more information. Your Personal Adviser in your local Connexions Centre will also be able to help you

If you have left school or college you will be able to apply online as an individual.

Our booklet Moving on at 18 can guide you through the application step by step.

Money Matters

The costs incurred in continuing into Higher Education need to be considered in the context of the many benefits there are likely to be, some in the medium and long term.

As a higher education student you will have two main costs to meet: tuition fees (what your course costs to attend) and living costs (costs for your accommodation, food, travel, clothes, study materials, social and leisure activities). Information about financial assistance with both of these is available from your Local Education Authority (LEA) and from the Department for Education and Skills (DfES).

You can also look at our booklet Moving on at 18 to find out the support available to you.