What You Need to Know About Top University Admissions

Top universities around the world tend to have higher entry requirements than other universities and lower acceptance rates. This sometimes makes them the most challenging universities to get into. Prestigious universities, through first-rate study and coaching help, generate a vibrant economy, robust societies and an enhanced future. They uphold the best in investigation, outstanding teaching and learning knowledge, and unequalled contacts with local and national businesses.

Most Parents are interested in top universities because they believe it is vital to their children’s accomplishments, particularly on the occupation front. Top employers prefer graduates from prestigious universities due to world-leading reputes regarding high academic standards and exceptional performance.

Here are some top university destinations, and requirements for you to consider; 

United Kingdom: Applying to Russell Group Universities The Russell Group universities each have their own philosophy and history of delivering high-quality education in the United Kingdom. They consist of 24 member institutions in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, that specialise in first-class research.

Entry Requirements: A*A*A – AAB ( A-Level or Foundation)

Tuition: £22,000 – £35,000

Duration of Program: 3 to 4 years

Russel Group universities include:

University of Birmingham	University of Oxford
London School of Economics & Political Science	King’s College University London
Queen Mary University	University of Warwick
University of Cambridge	Cardiff University
University of Durham	University of Edinburgh
University of Exeter	University of Glasgow
Imperial College London	University of Leeds
University of Liverpool	University of Bristol
University of Manchester	University of Newcastle
University of Nottingham	Queen’s University Belfast
University of Sheffield	University of Southampton
University College London	University of York

United States: Applying to ivy league universities Ivy league is a group of eight universities and colleges in the US that has an outstanding global status for providing excellent education and long-standing tradition. 

Entry Requirements: SAT scores between 1450-1560

Tuition: $50,000 – $70,000

Duration of Program: 4 years

The Ivy League universities are as follows:

Brown University	Princeton University
Yale University	Harvard University
Columbia University	University of Pennsylvania
Cornell University	Dartmouth College

Canada: Applying to U15 Universities The U15 is a group of Canadian Research Universities. In convening, advocacy and stewardship, U15 Canada engages with policy and program makers, collaborates with Universities in Canada and other domestic organizations, and participates in the Global Network of Research-Intensive University Organizations.

Entry Requirements: Each undergraduate program has its own competitive admissions average.

Tuition: 21,000 CAD – 45,00 CAD

Bridging Program: A-Level or Foundation

Duration of Program: 4 years

The U15 Canada is as follows:

University of Toronto	University of British Columbia
University of Alberta	Dalhousie University
University of Calgary	University of Manitoba
Université Laval	McGill University
McMaster University	Université de Montréal
University of Ottawa	University of Saskatchewan
Queen’s University	University of Waterloo
Western University

The above destinations are not the only top options, there is the Australian group of eight (G08), The German universities of excellence and U15, and China has the C9 league etc. Depending on your study route and course, admission into these top institutions is not guaranteed as there are other factors beyond a high GPA or an exceptional academic record. 

Here are 6 tips to help international students secure admission into top universities

1. Have excellent grades and test scores 
2. Apply Early 
3. Write an exceptional personal statement 
4. Show your depth through extracurricular activities
5. Prepare to do well in your interview 
6. Ensure your travel documents are in order and up to date

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AUTHOR

Mrs. Heyln Ukpe 

Placement Officer/Couselling