Transferring to a US uni

I haven’t even decided on a uni yet so this question is coming a bit soon lol but I was wondering if anyone knows how the process of transferring from a uk uni to a us one works and if anyone has experience in this area. All the unis I’ve picked have study abroad options to the us so I’ve been debating on whether I would transfer after a study abroad year (although that would just be the last year?) or just leave 2nd year. I’m not sure how it works really but I just can’t bare with the depressing uk weather vibe, and honestly my main goal is to go to a us uni, even if it’s not now I’d go for law school post grad. But ofc a big issue is the costs, so if anyone knows anything like scholarships or some possibility of an international loan that’d be nice to know. Also how would the course transferring work since all unis have such different courses. Anyway thanks if you have any answers for this!

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Original post by applep1e

I haven’t even decided on a uni yet so this question is coming a bit soon lol but I was wondering if anyone knows how the process of transferring from a uk uni to a us one works and if anyone has experience in this area. All the unis I’ve picked have study abroad options to the us so I’ve been debating on whether I would transfer after a study abroad year (although that would just be the last year?) or just leave 2nd year. I’m not sure how it works really but I just can’t bare with the depressing uk weather vibe, and honestly my main goal is to go to a us uni, even if it’s not now I’d go for law school post grad. But ofc a big issue is the costs, so if anyone knows anything like scholarships or some possibility of an international loan that’d be nice to know. Also how would the course transferring work since all unis have such different courses. Anyway thanks if you have any answers for this!

Each US university has its own transfer policy, so you have to research each of your choices individually. Top universities only have very few transfer places (students do no drop out from them), so it is far more difficult to get a transfer offer from them than an offer as a freshman.
Also many universities that offer financial aid to international students have a policy of not offering any transfer students. In terms of courses, they assess each course individually, and as a rule, you will not know if they accept your coursework until after you accepted their transfer offer and they assess your coursework.
You have to research each university individually.

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Original post by applep1e

I haven’t even decided on a uni yet so this question is coming a bit soon lol but I was wondering if anyone knows how the process of transferring from a uk uni to a us one works and if anyone has experience in this area. All the unis I’ve picked have study abroad options to the us so I’ve been debating on whether I would transfer after a study abroad year (although that would just be the last year?) or just leave 2nd year. I’m not sure how it works really but I just can’t bare with the depressing uk weather vibe, and honestly my main goal is to go to a us uni, even if it’s not now I’d go for law school post grad. But ofc a big issue is the costs, so if anyone knows anything like scholarships or some possibility of an international loan that’d be nice to know. Also how would the course transferring work since all unis have such different courses. Anyway thanks if you have any answers for this!

Hello,

Transferring from a UK uni to a US one depends on each university’s transfer policy, so it’s important to research your options. Some may accept your credits, but since degree structures differ, you might have to retake courses. A study abroad year is a great way to experience the US before deciding. Funding can be tricky—scholarships for UK students are limited, and private loans often require a co-signer. If your main goal is US law school, it may be easier to complete your UK degree first. Reach out to US universities early to understand their transfer process! All the best!

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