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Why The UK?
  • UCAS Registered Centre
  • iACAC Member
  • Counselor tours since 2023
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Who We Are

Studying in the UK as a US student is one of the most rewarding decisions a family can make. It is also one of the least understood.

The UK Study Expert is the only US-based resource dedicated entirely to UK university admissions that works exclusively with American students, families, and college counselors on UK university admissions.

Founded by Jackie Christopher, a US student who earned her own degrees in the UK, UKSE is a UCAS Registered Centre and iACAC member that has helped 600+ students find and get into the right UK university for them.

What Describes You Best?

I want to study in the UK

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Students and Families

Find the right UK university, understand the application process, and get expert support from start to finish.

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I advise students and families applying to the UK

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College Counselors

Access training, resources, and a professional community to confidently guide your students through UK admissions.

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I want to reach US students and counselors

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UK Universities

Connect with a highly engaged US audience actively exploring UK degrees, through our community, events, and counselor tours.

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Our partner universities

University of Southampton
Goldsmiths University of London
University of Chester
Aberystwyth University
London Metropolitan University
King's College London
Imperial College London
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University of Kent
University of Greenwich
Falmouth University
University of Glasgow
Liverpool Hope University
Middlesex University
Queen Mary University of London
University of Strathclyde
University of the Highlands and Islands
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UCLan
Edinburgh Napier University
University of Plymouth
Royal Holloway
Kingston University
University of Dundee
Arts University Bournemouth
Escape Studios
University of Exeter
University of Southampton
Goldsmiths University of London
University of Chester
Aberystwyth University
London Metropolitan University
King's College London
Imperial College London
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University of Kent
University of Greenwich
Falmouth University
University of Glasgow
Liverpool Hope University
Middlesex University
Queen Mary University of London
University of Strathclyde
University of the Highlands and Islands
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UCLan
Edinburgh Napier University
University of Plymouth
Royal Holloway
Kingston University
University of Dundee
Arts University Bournemouth
Escape Studios
University of Exeter
  • UCAS Registered Centre Official application support
  • 6 UK counselor tours run since 2023
  • Trained 200+ college counselors
  • Worked with 600+ students
  • iACAC — International ACAC member

More Degree. Less Debt. More World.

Most US families assume the UK costs more. The numbers say otherwise. Here’s the full picture.

UK

US Private

Degree length

3 years

4 years

Annual Tuition

£14,000 – £26,000

Significantly higher

Application Cost

~£34.0 for 5 universities

$50-90 per application

US Federal Loans

Accepted at most UK universities

Yes

Post-Grad Work

18 Months Graduate Route Visa

Limited

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The UK Application Process, Explained for US Students

The UK system is genuinely different from the US. Different deadlines, a different personal statement format, and a completely different application portal. We break it all down so nothing catches you off guard, from your first UCAS login to the day you accept your offer.

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Jackie Christopher

Founder of The UK Study Expert

From US Student to UK Admissions Expert

I’m Jackie Christopher, founder of The UK Study Expert, and a US student who earned my own degrees in the UK at Aberystwyth University and the University of Roehampton.

When I went through this process, the expert resources for US students simply didn’t exist. I built The UK Study Expert because they should.

Over the past decade:

  • Guided 600+ US students through UK admissions — undergrad, graduate, medicine, arts, and sports
  • Trained 120+ college counselors nationwide on UK admissions through the UK Admissions Academy
  • Visited 35+ UK universities across England, Scotland, and Wales
  • Run 3 counselor tours taking US counselors directly onto UK campuses
  • UCAS Registered Centre, officially recognised by the UK’s university admissions body
  • iACAC member, the professional body for international college admissions counselors

This is the resource I wish had existed when I was in your position.

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I just got back from the UK Coastal College Tour, and it was amazing! I learned so much about the UK admission process, but more importantly, I got to experience the classrooms and faculty firsthand. Jackie put together a first-rate, in-depth experience at different Universities that included...
Nellie
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We're British, but our son is at HS in the US. Before we met Jackie, we were really struggling to understand his options, despite thinking we knew the UK system. His school does not offer APs and his GPA in freshman and sophomore years were not what he'd hoped for, so we really didn't fit into any of the ordinary "boxes" for...
Eliza Marion
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I was emotional and nervous upon my Zoom call with Jackie, but she was bright, energetic, and set my mind at ease. She heard my UK story and desires to return for my Masters and led me to universities near my desired city, opening doors I did not consider before. I am truly grateful for her enthusiastic manner...
SDF
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Jackie planned the MOST thoughtful tour of London universities. Each school gave us the warmest welcome and was generous with their time, knowledge, and resources. We met so many diverse students, staff, professors, etc, and the one thing they had in common was their passion for learning was contagious....
Rya Carpenter
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Beyond expert familiarity with educational opportunities in the UK, Jackie provides a personal touch pre, post and during college tours that aides in a top notch travel and learning experience for college consultants.
Deborah Keown
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I recently had the pleasure of attending the HECA London college tour organized and led by Jackie Christopher, owner of The UK Study Expert. Leading a group of 40 independent college counselors is no small feat, but Jackie’s execution was flawless...
Bea Varona-Farach
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Thoughtful planning. Trust worthy information. Caring community.
RDP
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As an educational consultant who regularly visits universities and works closely with students navigating the admissions process, I have participated in many campus visits over the years. The tour organized by Jackie and UK Study Expert stands out as one of the most thoughtfully designed and genuinely informative ...
Ellie
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The UK Study Expert has been so helpful as I’m applying, helping find schools and programs and guiding me through the process. I know I couldn’t have found the success I have without them!
Susie Hudgins
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There was a broad range of subjects to explain the process of applying to the UK system, and the academy introduced me to many universities. I felt that Jackie tried to address the questions from the chat.
Julia Cain
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Clear communication, excellent presenters, and outstanding resources. !00% worth the time and money.
Johanna
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The seminar on applying to schools in the UK was a big step up for me. I learned a great deal about the differences between the UK and the US in terms of approach to education and the admissions process.
Julie Mozena
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I just attended the UK Study Expert's 2-day, online UK Admissions Academy. It was a terrific, full-immersion conference, chock-full of incredible information and guidance. Sessions with a UCAS rep and multiple college reps helped me better understand the differences between the US and UK college...
Lori Powell
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We lived in the States for 20 years and came to the point of having one child studying in the US and one who wished to study in the UK. The incredible Jackie, and her team, helped us successfully navigate the UCAS application with our US qualifications, and gave us individualized guidance and support through both...
Haile McCollum
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The UK Study Expert has been a tremendous help throughout our college application journey. One of the most valuable aspects of working with them has been the process of uncovering what subjects our son might want to study. No small feat! That information helped inform all of his applications, both in the US and the UK...
Dylan J
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As an American applying to UK universities, I geared up for lots of stress and confusion dealing with the application process. Fortunately, I was lucky enough to have knowledgeable and helpful college counselors with me every step of the way. Through this company, I've been able to make informed decisions about my...
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UK master’s and PhD — what’s different, what’s cheaper, how to get in.

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College Counselors, Your UK Admissions Training Starts Here

The UK Admissions Academy is UKSE’s 2-day virtual conference for US college counselors. 25+ UK universities. 120+ counselors trained nationwide. The fastest way to start advising your students on UK options with confidence.

Completely transformed how I approach international admissions.

Terry Mady, Grove Charted University

Opened my eyes to opportunities I never knew existed for my students.

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