[alexs2602]

(Original post by Tsunami2011)
I would agree completely. I think IR is where its worldwide recognition comes from. It probably is currently in the top 10, probably peers of Warwick, Durham and Bristol, so just slightly behind the top London colleges.

I think this sums up the delusion of some posters on collegeconfidental.

Wow, seriously? Please, it can't even beat LSE/ICL/UCL most of the time. It's more on level with KCL. It's a top 20ish uni, obviously it'll vary according to subject. I never really considered it being a domestic student - far too north for me. And even if it was closer it didn't beat my firm at the time - Nottingham, which I now go to in terms of academics.

I want to bitch slap that poster.

Edit: Horrible grammar there.

[jeh_jeh]

(Original post by alexs2602)
That could make things more difficult. I would say pick one or two courses(if you pick a joint honours) and stick with it because it just makes it too hard to write a personal statement about. You might want to look into York, Exeter, Nottingham, Warwick, Edinburgh. All very good universities and do your exact course. Although some do a slight variation. Ie; modern history and politics. There are other universities but I'm not so sure about them, though not necessarily because of how good they are(Leeds, Manchester, etc). Kinda, they're very good but I don't know if they're known for these subjects.

I agree. Because you have no possibility of modifying your personal statement at all, it is SO important to make it focused, and having varying subjects can make that hard. Admissions tutors can easily make assumptions about what you actually want to do based on how focused your statement is. The other thing to bear in mind is that most universities have pretty flexible courses, so you can still pick modules that interest you, even if they're outside of the precise title of your course.

I also agree about expanding outside of Oxbridge and London. You need to really look at the modules that they're offering you, and then if you get an interview and there's a particular topic that you like or stands out to you, you can wax lyrical about it and make yourself seem really keen!

[rueplumet]

hi... i just had one question. i got an unconditional offer from KCL but i dont think im going to take it, just because i want to do undergrad here in the more flexible american education system. im wondering - between Johns Hopkins and NYU, which degree would set me up better to either study postgrad/ get a job in the UK? just because that is my ultimate goal, to live and work in or around london. thanks!

[punctuation]

(Original post by rueplumet)
hi... i just had one question. i got an unconditional offer from KCL but i dont think im going to take it, just because i want to do undergrad here in the more flexible american education system. im wondering - between Johns Hopkins and NYU, which degree would set me up better to either study postgrad/ get a job in the UK? just because that is my ultimate goal, to live and work in or around london. thanks!

Why do you consider the american education system more flexible? Surely a degree from a reputable, BRITISH uni will enable you to get a job or postgrad degree in BRITAIN? KCL is a great uni, right in London... Besides, uni in the UK is three years, so it will give you a head-start. Uni in the UK vs. college in the US has different grading systems, too, so it would be easier for you postgrad- and job-wise to attend a UK uni, no?

What's your subject, by the way?

[ofssinfoxes]

(Original post by punctuation)
Why do you consider the american education system more flexible? Surely a degree from a reputable, BRITISH uni will enable you to get a job or postgrad degree in BRITAIN? KCL is a great uni, right in London... Besides, uni in the UK is three years, so it will give you a head-start. Uni in the UK vs. college in the US has different grading systems, too, so it would be easier for you postgrad- and job-wise to attend a UK uni, no?

What's your subject, by the way?

I would second your opinion on how British unversities would pave an easier path to find a job in London, BUT it's also very true that the american education system is more flexible.

The schools in the States are much more liberal arts oriented... and thus allow you to study a wider range of courses during undergrad. In extreme cases like Brown, I believe you only need 2 semesters of your major in order to graduate (Correct me if I'm wrong! It's been a few years since I looked up the universities in the States ). That would mean I can study history (for example) all the way up till Junior year before I 'start' on my major.... molecular biology!

And even disregarding those extreme cases, I think the sheer fact that you can apply to university as "undecided" demonstrates a greater flexibility than the UK where you have to write about your major in your PS.

[bauch]

I've applied and gotten accepted into a few schools in the UK - but now the question is how to pay for it. There seems to be far less financial aid available to help pay for school for International students in comparison to schools in the US.

To all who are/have attending school in the UK, how did you fund it? Did you just take out massive student loans? This is the only thing holding me back... :/

[rueplumet]

I got accepted to study music. I guess going to KCL would give me better internship opportunities and job connections, and I know it's only three years and cheaper...but I didn't want to study just music. And their program isn't exactly what I thought..

[DCDude]

(Original post by rueplumet)
I got accepted to study music. I guess going to KCL would give me better internship opportunities and job connections, and I know it's only three years and cheaper...but I didn't want to study just music. And their program isn't exactly what I thought..

You might want to back up a little bit. Start with the music part. Which one has the better music program? Do either have any international aspect to their music program? What (besides music) would you like to study in college- and is either school stronger in that area? Look at the grad school entrance requirements for music at some of the UK schools- would either program prepare you better? Johns Hopkins is best known for medical sciences and IR, and has a rep (fwiw) of a very tough marking system. NYU has more of an arts rep. Does that matter to you? And don't overlook the school life aspect- the two schools are very different & it is 4 years of your life. NONE of these 3 schools will close doors to you- they just open different windows.

[ariadne1]

(Original post by bauch)
I've applied and gotten accepted into a few schools in the UK - but now the question is how to pay for it. There seems to be far less financial aid available to help pay for school for International students in comparison to schools in the US.

To all who are/have attending school in the UK, how did you fund it? Did you just take out massive student loans? This is the only thing holding me back... :/

Been wondering this too. I think massive student loans are really the only option, though Unless I win those scholarships I applied for...

[bauch]

(Original post by ariadne1)
Been wondering this too. I think massive student loans are really the only option, though Unless I win those scholarships I applied for...

Yeah... unfortunately there isn't a whole lot of help for international study it seems for American students - at least in the UK.

I just decided to accept my spot at UC Davis today - I received a full scholarship so its a bit hard to turn down! Hoping perhaps I may be able to do a study abroad program as there are ample scholarships available for that... or perhaps go and work for a year between undergrad and med school in a couple years.

Best of luck to you!

[sparis92]

(Original post by adam0311)
Applying for law to LSE, UCL, Durham, Bristol, and Queen Mary. Finally finished UCAS. Finalized my personal statement over the weekend and have my refrence all filled out.

Hey... My name's Seth, and I've applied for Law (M100) to several universities in the UK and I am thinking of accepting University of Leicester's offer for this upcoming October. I wanted to know what your plans are after graduating since studying law is difficult to do back in the US with a degree from the UK. Thanks!

[mahassociates]

Good luck on AP's these next two weeks, people!

[adam0311]

(Original post by sparis92)
Hey... My name's Seth, and I've applied for Law (M100) to several universities in the UK and I am thinking of accepting University of Leicester's offer for this upcoming October. I wanted to know what your plans are after graduating since studying law is difficult to do back in the US with a degree from the UK. Thanks!

I have no massive preference between long term in either London or NYC. So for the short-term, my career will 99% likely start in London at a city firm. After 4-5 years, I'll reassess and look at the possibility of heading back to the US...ideally thinking in-house at a hedge fund/private equity firm, NYC law firm advising on UK law, or one of the offshore magic circle firms.

[thesmiter]

Question: How are your prior AP scores reported to UK colleges? Self-entry?

[082349]

(Original post by thesmiter)
Question: How are your prior AP scores reported to UK colleges? Self-entry?

Self-entry but you can select your colleges if they're registered at the College Board. If not, you can scan the score report and have it on hand if they ask for it.

[GordonGekko]

What's the deal with Aberdeen/the University of Aberdeen? Looking to do an exchange there next year. It's really the only school that works with my major (petroleum engineering). Any info? I'm Canadian.

[DCDude]

(Original post by 082349)
Self-entry but you can select your colleges if they're registered at the College Board. If not, you can scan the score report and have it on hand if they ask for it.

College Board code for Oxford is 6706

[BryanUsrey]

Offered accepted to Leeds University Business School to start in September. Getting nervous the more I read about the transition, but at least I speak English, so that's a bonus.

[adam0311]

(Original post by thesmiter)
Question: How are your prior AP scores reported to UK colleges? Self-entry?

Self-reported. You'll have to send something more official once you have an offer.

(Original post by GordonGekko)
What's the deal with Aberdeen/the University of Aberdeen? Looking to do an exchange there next year. It's really the only school that works with my major (petroleum engineering). Any info? I'm Canadian.

Jealous of your major. If I was half-decent at math, I would've definitely done petro engineering. All I can tell you about Aberdeen is its way up north. And this is the only exposure I've had to the city: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_guDN7IZ0U

(Original post by BryanUsrey)
Offered accepted to Leeds University Business School to start in September. Getting nervous the more I read about the transition, but at least I speak English, so that's a bonus.

Don't worry about the transition. Just make sure you have your bank stuff, etc sorted before heading off. I'd also recommend moving in a week before you need to. This way you can get your room setup, buy necessities, etc.

[Gurmeet.Kapoor]

Does it really matter if we take AP Stat or AP Calc? Like for PPE or EPAIS or just general Economics?

:P