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Applying to Oxbridge as an international student

Oxford and Cambridge International Applications

Comprehensive support for international students applying to Oxford or Cambridge.

International Applicants

  • 20+ years of experience
  • 3x average Oxbridge success rate
  • We work with 7% of all Oxbridge offer-holders globally
  • 73% of our Oxbridge students receive offers
  • 40% of our Oxbridge students are from outside the UK
 

Our UK & Oxbridge admissions consultancy is delivered by Oxbridge Applications, the unequivocal leader in top UK university application consultancy.

Delivered by Oxbridge Applications Logo including 25 years of trading.

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20+ Years of Application Guidance

International Applications to Oxford and Cambridge

Oxford, Cambridge, and other UK Universities gladly welcome applications from qualified international students.

We have more than 20 years’ experience supporting international applications to Oxford and Cambridge. About 40% of the students we work with each year are based outside of the UK and we work with 7% of Oxbridge offer-holders worldwide. Our students come from all over the world— from China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, USA, France, Germany, across the UAE, Canada, and more.

Our application support is comprehensive, covering all aspects of the Oxbridge admissions process, and is tailored to students applying to Oxford or Cambridge from outside the UK.

Get in touch today to discuss your application with our experienced team and explore how we can help.

 

 

How We Work With International Applicants

 

For international applicants to Oxford or Cambridge, we typically recommend you begin the process by meeting with one of our Oxbridge-graduate consultants for a Private Consultation. This 60-minute meeting empowers candidates to maximise their chances of success, and gives clear research-based insight into the admissions process.

Following the consultation, we can put together a bespoke programme of support for all aspects of your application – from selecting between Oxford and Cambridge and navigating the entry requirements for international students, to writing the personal statement and preparing for interview.

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Admissions Success

We are proud of the improvements students make by working with us. 73% of our students receive offers from Oxbridge, compared to an average of 17%.

Dukes Plus by the numbers:   

  • The average student improves their admissions test marks by 20% after just 4 hours’ tutoring  
  • We have 20+ years of experience preparing students for Oxbridge  
  • Our students receive 500+ Oxbridge offers every year  

How to apply to Oxford and Cambridge as an international student

Applying to Oxford or Cambridge as an international student requires careful planning, as these institutions have distinct application processes and high standards. Both universities follow a similar timeline, with a strict application deadline usually around the 15th October of the year before entry.

Firstly, prospective students must choose a course and a college to apply for. Researching course content is vital, as the curriculum is highly specialised and intensive. International applicants should ensure their qualifications meet the academic requirements, often equivalent to top grades in A-Levels or recognised international qualifications like the IB or Advanced Placement.

As with applying to other UK universities, you will need to write a personal statement. This should highlight a strong passion for your chosen subject and relevant academic achievements. You may also need to sit a subject admissions test. Proof of English language proficiency, through tests like IELTS or TOEFL, may be required if English not your first language.

Then, your chosen college will decide whether to invite you to interview. These are usually held in early December at your college. They will be conducted by tutors in your subject area and will focus on your subject knowledge and ability to think through problems on your feet.

Oxford and Cambridge are highly competitive universities and the application process is often unfamiliar and daunting for international applicants. Many students benefit from extra guidance in their preparation. At Dukes Plus, we can support international students with all aspects of the application – from finding the right course and college to preparing for subject admissions tests and interviews.

Not sure where to start?

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Start the conversation with a free 15 minute discovery call. In this meeting one of our admissions experts will be able to discuss your circumstances and tailor your application journey to your requirements.

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“I highly recommend Oxbridge Applications. Alicia, Tom and Victoria were very professional, helpful and patient. From start to finish, everything was clearly communicated and all my questions and concerns were answered (even the most obvious ones!). My daughter has an offer from her first choice university and couldn’t be happier. The staff really care about the students and work hard to ensure the best outcomes for them.”

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Why Dukes Plus?

Dukes Plus is a provider of university application support, life-changing career and university experiences, day camps, tuition, and summer schools.

By selecting Dukes Plus as your chosen provider, you are guaranteeing that you’ll multiply your chances of application success. We have a huge network of over 2,000 vetted admissions tutors who are experts when it comes to consultancy, mock testing & interviewing, industry-leading resources, and more.

We specialise in applications to Oxbridge and top UK universities, Ivy League and top US universities, and Medicine and Law applications.

Whether you are looking to test-drive your dream career working with industry leading professionals, or wanting to study at Eton or an Oxford college for the summer, we provide innovative and life-changing experiences that will enable you to make better life choices.

We have an extensive database of tutors which can deliver personalised fully-managed tutoring services to students at any level. We provide online tutoring, SEN tutoring, tutoring for those that are gifted and talented, and tuition for those preparing for any exam from 4+, up to the 13+.

We run the UK’s number one multi-campus summer school where students can learn languages and subjects at some of the UKs top educational institutions. We also provide holiday activity camps such as Ultimate Activity, Ultimate Tech, and Ultimate Sports camps.

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