You can be a real source of support to your student by getting to grips with the Clearing process and preparing in advance.
Clearing is part of the UCAS application process for undergraduates. It matches applicants to university places that are not yet filled. It gives students a chance to explore new options and find the right university place for them.
Thousands of UK students gained places through Clearing so it’s become a common way for students to progress to further education.
Students can use Clearing as an opportunity to secure a place at university if they:
- didn’t receive any offers
- declined the offers they did receive
- exceeded their predicted grades
- didn’t meet the criteria for conditional offers
- applied after 30 June
- want to change university