International funding
Funding options for international students at University of Gloucestershire.
Joining us from
USA
All the information you need to apply to University of Gloucestershire.
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Entry requirements
We understand that it can sometimes be difficult to work out what your qualifications match with in the UK education system, so the following country-specific information should help you decide which level of study is most appropriate for you.
Please note that some courses may require higher entry requirements than the basic requirements described below. A course may require higher minimum results in a specific subject area such as science or math, or may require that you have previously studied a particular topic. You may be asked to interview, such as for our Arts and Health and Social Care courses. You may be required to submit a portfolio or to audition, such as for our Arts/ Performing Arts programmes. Some courses may require work/volunteering experience within the industry.
Applicants are advised to thoroughly read the course page for the degree programme to which they are applying, including the Entry Requirements section, and to pay careful attention to the conditions stated in the offer letter.
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GCSE equivalent at Grade C or above equivalent
The following are examples of qualifications that can be accepted to evidence your GCSE Maths equivalent:
High school Grade 12 level mathematics class with minimum 70%/ C
• Grade 12 level means either:
• Advanced mathematics class, even if this is taken in Grade 10 or 11. For example, Algebra 2, Calculus, Trigonometry, Advanced, Mathematics 2, etc.
• Mathematics taken in Grade 12, if student has done at least three math classes during high school
Honours or AP mathematics class with minimum 68%/ C- (can be taken any year Grade 10-12)
ACT (minimum composite score of 19)
SAT II subject test in Maths (Level 1 or 2) (minimum score 550)
SAT I tests sat from 2016 onward (minimum Math score of 550)
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If you are from the USA then you will not have to prove your English language level for visa purposes. You will, however, need to show that your English is at a high enough level to succeed on your course.
GCSE at Grade C or above equivalent. Required for entry to any undergraduate programme.
English classes can include titles such as English, English Language, English Literature, English Language Arts (ELA)
High school Grade 12 level English class with minimum 70%/ C
Honours or AP English class with minimum 68%/ C- (can be taken any year Grade 10-12)
English class taken at community college with minimum 70%/ C (can be taken any year Grade 10-12)
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We are aware that many students are facing difficulties accessing standardised tests such as the SAT, ACT and AP. We would like to reassure students that we are aware of the situation and that we are a Test Optional/ Test Flexible institution with regards to US admissions. We can either consider your US standardised test scores as part of your application, or not, completely up to you. If you do not wish to use these, or are unable to take them, please see our alternative acceptable qualifications for entry below, including honours classes, AP classes, and community college classes.
High school diploma (HSD) with cumulative GPA of 2.5 minimum (on the standard 4.0 scale), plus 1 additional qualification. This can be any of the following acceptable qualifications:
SAT with a combined minimum score of 1100 out of 1600 (from 2016 on)
ACT with a composite score of 21 or above
Advanced Placement (AP) test with minimum score of 2
AP class with minimum grade of 68%/ C-
International Baccalaureate (IB) minimum 26
Honours class with minimum grade 68%/ C-
College class (Dual Enrolment or independent enrolment) with minimum grade 68%/ C-
Undergraduate
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We are aware that many students are facing difficulties accessing standardised tests such as the SAT, ACT and AP. We would like to reassure students that we are aware of the situation and that we are a Test Optional/ Test Flexible institution with regards to US admissions. We can either consider your US standardised test scores as part of your application, or not, completely up to you. If you do not wish to use these, or are unable to take them, please see our alternative acceptable qualifications for entry below, including honours classes, AP classes, and community college classes.
For entry to our undergraduate courses, you will need a High school diploma (HSD) with cumulative GPA of 3.0 minimum (on the standard 4.0 scale), plus 1 other supplemental qualification.
You can use any combination of the following acceptable qualifications for your application:
SAT with a combined minimum score of 1150 out of 1600 (from 2016 on) (minimum 600 Reading + Writing, minimum 550 Math)
ACT with a composite score of 21 or above
Advanced Placement (AP) test with minimum score of 3
AP class with minimum grade of 75%/ C
International Baccalaureate (IB) minimum 26
Honours class with minimum grade 75%/ C
College class (Dual Enrolment or independent enrolment) with minimum grade 75%/ C
For Arts courses that say Passion and creativity, not tariff points on their entry requirements, you will need to have your High school diploma (HSD) with cumulative GPA of 2.5 minimum, plus 1 other supplemental qualification (see acceptable options above). Your application will primarily be considered on the merit of your portfolio/ audition and interview.
We also accept 1 year of full time Community College or University study with a minimum GPA of 2.7 out of 4.0 for Level 4 (first year) entry, as an alternative to high school diploma and additional qualification.
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Level 5 (second year) transfer:
Associate Degree in relevant subject with a minimum GPA of 2.7 out of 4.0, OR
Two years of Bachelor’s Degree completed with minimum GPA of 2.7 out of 4.0 and at least 120 CATS equivalent of relevant modules taken
NOTE: transfer applicants must present details of individual modules (classes/courses) taken, and only relevant classes with substantial overlap in learning outcomes and contact hours will be considered for transfer credit (APL). We do not guarantee that applicants with two years of undergraduate study will receive enough credit to enter Level 5 (year 2). You may be offered entry with the condition of completing a bridging module or completing missing Level 4 (year 1) content.
Transfer applications are reviewed by Academics Course Leaders and therefore take longer to process. Please allow 8 weeks from the point of submitting a complete application. Please see Transfer to the UK for more information.
Level 6 (final year) transfer and Level 6 top-ups:
Three years of Bachelor’s Degree completed with minimum GPA of 2.7 out of 4.0 and at least 240 CATS equivalent of relevant modules taken
NOTE: transfer applicants must present details of individual modules (classes/courses) taken, and only relevant classes with substantial overlap in learning outcomes and contact hours will be considered for transfer credit (APL). We do not guarantee that applicants with three years of undergraduate study will receive enough credit to enter Level 6 (year 3). You may be offered entry with the condition of completing a bridging module or completing missing content.
Transfer applications are reviewed by Academics Course Leaders and take longer to process. Please allow 8 weeks from the point of submitting a complete application. Please see Transfer to the UK for more information.
Postgraduate
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Successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree (three-year or four-year) at a recognised institution, with a minimum cumulative grade/ GPA (using 0-4 GPA scale) equivalent, corresponding to the published course entry requirements (please see the degree classification required on the course page for the degree programme to which you are applying).
For Bachelor’s degrees completed in the USA/ at an American university:
First degree class required: 3.6 GPA or higher (minimum 85%)
2:1 degree class required: 2.9 – 3.59 GPA (minimum 75%)
2:2 degree class required: 2.4 – 2.89 GPA (minimum 65%)
Master’s by Research (MRes) requires a minimum 2:1 for entry, as well as a research proposal. See Applying for a research degree for more information.
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PhD: applicants must have successfully completed a Master’s degree with a good grade in a related subject/ field. In addition, some programmes may require work experience and/or a strong portfolio of work.
Doctorate: applicants must have successfully completed a Master’s degree with a good grade in a related subject/ field, and are required to evidence professional work experience and/or a strong portfolio of work, as relevant.
Both PhD & Doctorate: applicants are required to submit a research proposal.
See Applying for a research degree for more information.
Funding available in your country
The University of Gloucestershire is delighted to be approved for tuition benefits through Veterans Affairs/GI Bill, and therefore able to support the further education goals of eligible service members. In order to use VA funding there is a course (degree programme) level application that must be completed, and documentation to complete. Our Americas Manager is here to help with this process and welcome US vets to Gloucestershire.
We are not a FAFSA-enabled institution, which means that we cannot process federal loans, grants or work-study.
We are, however, able to accept students who are self-funded or who fund their tuition with loans from private lenders, such as Sallie Mae or recognised banks/credit unions. The money must be given directly to the student, who can then pay the university.
Independent scholarship and grant awards may be used to fund study at the University of Gloucestershire as well. If you are eligible for an award and want to check that we can accept it, please contact us by email at international@glos.ac.uk. Sponsored students can find out more about payment details by visiting our How to pay page.
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Agent representatives in your country
Local agents offer you support in your own country and language, helping you with your application, student visa, logistical considerations and questions about studying in the UK. These services are typically free of charge and can make the whole process easier.
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Contact: Jeff Thompson, Recruitment Director
Tel: +1 575 644 5764 (MDT)
Email: jthompson@udauk.org
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Tel: +1 424 272 8610
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Contact: Shaun Perry
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