Time to think about UCAS
With an amended personal statement, UCAS looks slightly different this year! Check out our resources page for timelines and helpful guides for navigating the process - and don’t hesitate to reach out to us for more details.
Here’s a link to the latest updates in the personal statement for 2026: https://www.ucas.com/applying/applying-university/writing-your-personal-statement/new-personal-statement-2026-entry
Changes to the ACT
The ACT is going online soon (along with ‘enhancements’…). Follow the link for more details on the ACT website - and make sure to double-check availability at your nearest test centre! Also, be aware that not every country will host test centres.
If you think the ACT might be the right exam for you, call us to discuss this further! Have a go at a sample test here: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/test-changes/online-testing/sample-questions.html#enhancements-practice-tests
Georgetown joins the Common App!
Georgetown will begin accepting the Common App, in addition to its current application, in August 2026 for the class entering in fall 2027.
The Common App, used by more than a million students, allows students to streamline their application process by applying to multiple universities and colleges through one platform.
After reviewing its admissions practices, university leaders determined that adopting the Common App would make Georgetown’s admissions process more accessible to students from a wide variety of backgrounds, said Soyica Diggs Colbert (C’01), interim provost.
“The Common App will ensure Georgetown’s applicant pool contains a rich set of backgrounds and life experiences,” Colbert said…
US Universities with most International Students
At each of these U.S. schools, at least 13.6% of undergrad students come from abroad.
Here’s an interesting breakdown of the US universities with the highest international student populations!