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Parents
Whether looking for a K-12 school in the UK or helping your college-aged son or daughter select a university, we can help explain the UK education system, what programs the UK has to offer and point you to information on rankings, quality, degree recognition, support services and safety.
About K-12 Schools in the UK
If you are moving to the UK with school-age children, find information on how to choose an independent, private K-12 school and learn about the compulsory K-12  education system.
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UK Higher Education

Get your questions answered about UK undergraduate degrees, study abroad programs, graduate degrees and professional degrees in our guide for prospective students. And, learn how the UK higher education system works.
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Degree recognition
UK degrees are recognized in the US as equivalent to American ones and they are well-known worldwide for their excellence. Find out how universities are ranked and how to find the best university for your son or daughter through our UK program database.
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Support and safety
UK universities take the safety of their students seriously and offer a range of student support services from guaranteed accommodation for international students to extensive orientation programs on arrival.
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Funding a degree
A UK degree is a more affordable option than you may think.  US students can use their US federal loans at over 100 UK Universities registered with the US Department of Education. We can also provide details on many scholarships available to US students who want to study at a UK University. Parents should note that UK citizenship does not automatically qualify a student for home fees. Check the fee status regulations.
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High School Summer Programs
Interested in experiencing UK higher education while in high school? Consider one of these summer programs offered at various UK universities.
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