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“Why here?” - Why I Chose to Study in the UK

Published Originally: November 12th, 2019by KeyAna Washington, ATP Student AmbassadorStudying at: Brunel University

Committing to study miles away from home, is no doubt a stressful process. Therefore, making sure that your new home offers… Read more

My First Month in Newcastle

by Alessia Scappaticci If you came to me at the end of my undergrad and asked what my next steps were, I would’ve said, “I don’t know, but I’m definitely not going back to school." I’ve never been so happy to be wrong. I’m currently writing… Read more

My First Days in London

by Nicole Clendinning

Arrival

Arriving in the UK to study is a very exciting time. The first few weeks will be a very busy time and even while your classes haven’t started yet, It is important to take advantage of all the free time and… Read more

“Tuppence a Bag” Won’t Cut it Anymore: A Guide to Budgeting in London

Published Originally: November 5th, 2019by Ellyn Cardon, ATP Student AmbassadorStudying at: SOAS University of London

Not having had the occasion to buy birdseed yet in my time in London, I can’t tell you exactly how much it would… Read more

Lochs, Libraries and Lack of Sleep: My First Week in Scotland

by Jaclyn Nelson

My first week in Glasgow was filled with new places, jetlag, unique and delicious foods, jetlag, breathtaking sights, and more jetlag.

Rainbow over Scotland

Things didn’t get off to the best start though. Due to a… Read more

Meet the New 2019-2020 Across the Pond Ambassador Team!

We are looking forward to seeing the amazing work these students will put together this year.

If you would like to find out more about studying in the UK, please fill out the “Contact an… Read more

My First Days in the UK (Newcastle!)

by Kaley Dallaire Newcastle Castle

I have been living in North East England for just over a month now and it has been nothing but excitement ever since. While my university had an airport service for international students, I decided to come a… Read more

Why should Americans consider doing a Master’s Degree in the UK?

Published Originally: October 29th, 2019by ST Tangirala, ATP Student AmbassadorStudying at: The University of East Anglia

We, as Americans, have become very aware of extremely high tuition fees, undervalued jobs (or no jobs) coming for us… Read more

My First Days in the UK (Swansea!)

by Alecia Spence

Arriving in the UK

I arrived at Heathrow International Airport on Friday, September 20th at 7:27 am. I collected my bags and went towards immigration. I had all my documents; Visa, financial statements, CAS letter,… Read more

First Few Days in the UK (Leicester!)

by Kiranpreet Basra

It’s officially been one month since I decided to pack my stuff and move across the world for law school. This past month has been exciting, nerve-wracking, and a learning experience. I am going to touch on the visa process,… Read more

My First Days in the UK (Hertfordshire!)

By Efenosa Ogumbor

When I decided to apply for Law School in the UK, it was one of the biggest (if not the biggest) decisions I’d made for myself and by myself. Having the guidance of the Across the Pond student advisors to keep you on… Read more

Aplicar a Chevening: Entrevista con Alejandro Pineda ex becario del Programa de Becas Chevening

Aplicar a Chevening, la beca más generosa y competida que existe para estudios de maestría en el Reino Unido no es algo fácil de decidir.

Muchas veces, solo desbloquear el primer reto que es en sí, el decidirse aplicar a Chevening… Read more

COLFUTURO: Beca-crédito para colombianos

Con más de 1000 candidatos favorecidos cada año entre los cuáles cerca de 300 son destinados al Reino Unido, el programa beca-crédito  COLFUTURO  es exclusivo para colombianos y es uno de los programas más reconocidos como fuente de… Read more

Seleccionada para la Beca Chevening: Berenice Cerón Trujillo.

Si es la primera vez que visitas nuestro blog, ¡bienvenido al blog de Across the Pond!

Esta entrada es parte de una serie de entrevistas realizadas a estudiantes que fueron asesorados por Across the Pond y obtuvieron la prestigiada Beca… Read more

Conoce los 5 programas de Negocios más populares entre los estudiantes de Across the Pond

Programas de Negocios en el Reino Unido

En esta entrada te presentaré los 5 programas de Negocios más populares entre los asesorados de Across the Pond, ya sea, con un enfoque único y/o con áreas combinadas.

Seguro estarás pensando, ¿… Read more

How to Travel on a Budget While Studying Abroad

Published Originally: October 8th, 2019by Kerry Plante, ATP Student AmbassadorStudying at: Queens University Belfast

f you’re like me, you chose to study abroad because you love seeing and experiencing new places. Even though your… Read more

Obtener la beca Chevening: Entrevista con Francisco Martínez

Francisco Carlos Martínez Godínez: Becario Chevening 2018-2019

Obtener la beca Chevening no es un proceso sencillo. Y eso, lo sabe muy bien, Francisco Carlos Martínez, becario Chevening para el ciclo… Read more

Entrevista con Diana Infante, becaria del Programa de Becas Chevening ciclo 2019-2020

Bienvenido (a) al blog de Across the Pond y a nuestra serie de entrevistas a becarios y ex becarios del Programa de Becas Chevening.

Aprender de las experiencias de los demás es muy valioso, pues, nos permite seguir sus pasos y -no… Read more

Field Course Fortnight: University of Exeter’s Kenya Trip

Published Originally: October 1st, 2019by Melissa Greenwalt, ATP Student AmbassadorStudying at: University of Exeter

One of the reasons I was most excited to go to the University of Exeter for my MSc in Conservation and Biodiversity was… Read more

Entrevista con Ariel González,ex becario Chevening 2015-2016

¡Bienvenido (a) al blog de Across the Pond! En esta nueva entrada entrevistamos vía correo electrónico a Jonathan Ariel González Vizcaíno, ex becario del Programa de Becas Chevening año 2015-2016, quien estudió un MA en Applied Security and… Read more

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We would be happy to answer all your questions about studying in the UK. Please be aware that UK universities do require official English language qualifications and that Across the Pond is not a scholarship awarding organisation

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We noticed you chose the United States.

We would love to be able to help all students in all circumstances but unfortunately US federal rules prohibit third party involvement for candidates anticipating making use of federal funding.

We noticed you chose Mexico.

There is a dedicated website for Mexican students where you can find specific information and make an enquiry.

We noticed you chose Colombia.

There is a dedicated website for Colombian students where you can find specific information and make an enquiry.

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There is a dedicated website for Chilean students where you can find specific information and make an enquiry.

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