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WHAT TO EXPECT IN UNIVERSITY CLEARING 2026

Missed the UCAS application deadline? Making a last-minute decision? 
Clearing is your second chance at studying in the UK.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Clearing system, and how we’re here to help.

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Need help with your booking? Call 0203 890 1239.

Your Guide To University Clearing

Here’s what you need to know, and can expect during Clearing.

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What is university clearing?

Clearing is your opportunity to apply for university places that haven’t yet been filled. It brings you closer to universities you may not have considered, and opportunities you may never have seen coming.
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Who does Clearing apply to?

  • Students applying to university after 30th June
  • Students who didn’t receive any offers or accept the ones they received
  • Students who have a conditional offer but didn’t get the required grades
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Clearing as a clever choice

Over 77,000 students used Clearing in 2025. Clearing is no longer a last-minute backup. It’s a strategy used by nearly 25% of university students.
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Find your university room

University place secured? Now it’s time to find your accommodation, and there’s nowhere better than Vita Student.

How Clearing at Vita Student works

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Confirm your university place.
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Call our booking team on 0203 890 1239.
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Secure your room in your new city.
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Get ready for your exciting new chapter.

A Level Results Day

There’s a lot of anxiety around Results Day, so please go easy on yourself. Great things are coming, regardless of what’s inside your envelope.

Key dates

  • 30th June: applications after this date are entered into Clearing
  • 2nd July: Clearing opens 
  • 4th August: A-Level results day in Scotland
  • 13th August: A-Level results day in England 
  • 2nd September: remaining offer conditions must be met
  • 24th September: final date for applications
  • 19th October: final date for entering Clearing
  • 21st October: final date for unis/colleges to make decisions
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FAQs

    Of course. It’s better to book your accommodation sooner rather than later. This will ensure you have a secured place in your chosen Vita Student building.

    Absolutely. You can start your booking by calling our Accommodation Hotline on 0203 890 1239.

    The sooner, the better. Our buildings fill up quickly, so we’d recommend booking your accommodation as soon as you have your results and your decision has been made.

    We understand things can happen at a moment’s notice. If you do end up changing universities during Clearing but you’ve already made a booking at Vita Student, please let us know as soon as possible. We may then be able to find you another room in your new city, if required.

    The best way to discover Clearing opportunities is on the UCAS website.

    Here’s how you can support your child during Clearing.

    • Check they’re eligible to study
    • Research universities/colleges
    • Help prepare their documents
    • Reassure and comfort them
    • Contact us to ask questions>

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