For students applying to a university outside the UK

The International University Advice Service is designed to help students who wish to apply to a university outside of the UK.

For students wishing to apply to a University in the UK, please visit our UK Universities Advice Service page.

The global admissions process has grown increasingly complex and there are significant differences in the requirements between countries. In order to reduce stress, and avoid wasting time and money, it is important for families to have a clear understanding of what will be required of applicants from the outset.

Many homeschoolers welcome advice on a variety of questions as they consider international university options:

What subjects should I take at A level?
What co curricular and extra curricular activities should I be considering?
What are the application requirements of different countries?
When should I start the application process?
What forms will I need to complete?
What should I write in my application essays, personal statement and/or CV?
How can I apply for scholarships and financial aid?
Do I need to take SAT, ACT and English Language tests?
How can I best present my homeschooling experience to institutions?

Our International University Advice Service will guide you every step of the way: from A level choices, constructing a University shortlist, through to completing the wide range of application forms you may need to complete.

Please note that the University Advice Service is only available to students enrolled with Wolsey Hall, or as part of our ongoing Admissions process.

We are proud to be part of the world’s largest international community of schools.

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International Universities Advisor – Sarah Wilson

Our International University Advisor, Sarah Wilson has fifteen years experience in international education and can guide students through the process of applying to highly regarded universities in countries including: the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, UK, the Netherlands, Japan, Singapore and Germany.

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Our international higher education support services

our UK University advice helps many students looking for university places

Explore (for IGCSE & A level students)

The initial consultation is a wide-ranging assessment of your aims, strengths, and background to help you decide on your best choice of IGCSE and/or A level subjects. Your choice of subjects should be carefully considered, particularly if you have a particular career or degree course that you aspire to. The University Advisor is also able to provide resources and help you explore different career paths if you are still uncertain which direction might be a good fit. This initial consultation will help you move forward in your studies with a clear goal in mind and it will ensure that you, your family and Wolsey Hall staff are able to work together effectively to realise your academic ambitions. The fee is £65.

Initial consultation

Teenager receiving university advice over the phone

Follow up consultation

During this consultation – which is usually held at the end of your first A level year – we consider the merits of various institutions and courses with a view to narrowing down your University choices. We will discuss a variety of strategies, including travel plans, visits to open days, work experience and further reading. The objective is to ensure you make the strongest possible University application. The fee is 30 minutes: £30, 45 minutes: £40, 60 minutes: £50.

Follow up consultation

All inclusive (including references)

Our Advisor provides comprehensive, step-by-step support to finalise your University application and ensure it presents you to best advantage. He will provide detailed guidance on how to frame and write your personal statement. The objective is to present a clear picture of your aptitudes, qualifications and experience in your University application. The fee is £250.

University application support

I’ve done it, I’ve gotten in to university, and Edinburgh University, no less! Thank you so very much for your help in preparing my application. I really and truly could not have done this without you, and I wanted to let you know that all your work to help me has borne university-shaped fruit. I am extremely excited, and VERY busy getting ready as I move very soon. Thank you! Joel Roderick helped Annelise with her application to Edinburgh University.

Annelise O’Connell, Homeschooling Student

Scotland

Thank you so much for your help with James’ application. He has an unconditional offer to do Computer Science at Kings College London which I think is our first choice, and other offers. All the best at what must be a challenging and hectic time.

Rona – Mother of James

supplementary homeschooling is a choice for many students

Applications & enquiries

If you’re thinking of enrolling your child at Wolsey Hall Oxford and you’d like to know more about what we do or how to enrol, please just get in touch. We’re ready to enrol new pupils throughout the academic year.

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