Flexible Application Guidance

University applications have a lot of moving parts.

Our flexible guidance meets your child exactly where they are.

If you are one of our Fee Status Support families,  you already know how much is riding on getting the university journey right. The application itself involves many moving parts: subject choices, university shortlists, personal statements, final decisions. It is not always clear which one needs attention first.

We have always offered comprehensive university guidance packages, but we know that some families prefer a more targeted kind of support; help with one specific stage rather than the whole journey. So, we are introducing something new, exclusively for our Fee Status Support families: flexible, modular university guidance that lets you access exactly the support your child needs, when they need it.

 Tap or click on any box below to find out more about each module.

Undergraduate

Whether your child is still in the early stages of thinking about university or is deep into the application process, these modules let you pick up support at exactly the right moment.

Whether you are already getting good guidance from your child’s school and just need top up support, or if your child is navigating their applications independently, our flexible approach allows you to tailor the level of support to exactly what they need.

  • Laying the Foundations

    £1,000For students beginning to think seriously about future university pathways.

    This module helps your child make informed subject choices that lead to confident course selection later on, and begin building the academic and super curricular profile that will matter when the time comes. Best for Years 10/11 or Grade 9.

  • Best Fit and Balanced

    £2,000For students who need clarity on where to apply.

    This module brings structure to your child’s course and university research. It helps them understand entry requirements, compare their options clearly, and build a balanced shortlist that matches their ambitions to well-considered, realistic choices. Best for Year 11/12 or Grade 11.

  • Personal Statement

    £1,000For students who are ready to shape their experiences into a strong written application.

    This module helps your child develop a clear, authentic narrative that brings together their academic interests, wider reading, super curricular activity, and future direction. The result is a personal statement they can be genuinely proud of. Best for Year 12 or Grade 11.

  • Final Choices and Transition

    £1,000For students who have offers and need to decide what comes next.

    This module supports your child in comparing their offers, thinking carefully about firm and insurance choices, and considering the wider experience each university offers. It also helps them feel genuinely ready for what comes next, so that when the decision is made, it is the right one. Best for Year 13 or Grade 12.

Need more comprehensive support?

Our all-inclusive guidance packages cover the full university application journey in one place, and as one of our fee status families, you’ll receive an exclusive discount, making it even better value than purchasing our flexible units one by one.

Learn more about our all-inclusive guidance packages.

Not sure which unit is right for your child, or whether an all-inclusive package might suit you better? Book a free Discovery Call with one of our experienced university guidance counsellors and we will talk it through with you.

Postgraduate

For many families, undergraduate applications feel like the finish line. But for some students, a Masters or postgraduate qualification is the natural next step. If your child is approaching the end of their degree and beginning to think about what comes next, we are here for that stage too.

And if you came to us for undergraduate support, coming back for postgraduate guidance is straightforward. We can pick up where we left off and support your child with their graduate education and career aspirations.

  • Postgraduate Best Fit

    £2,000For students or graduates considering Masters or other postgraduate options.

    This module helps your child identify the postgraduate programmes that fit their profile and are aligned with their longer term academic or career ambitions.  We’ll help to decode selection criteria, compare options, and build a focused application strategy that leads to success.

  • Postgraduate Statement of Purpose

    £1,000For postgraduate applicants who need to communicate their direction clearly and persuasively.

    This module supports your child in building a focused, academically credible statement of purpose that clearly articulates their experience, motivations, and direction, and gives admissions teams a compelling reason to say yes.

Book a free discovery call

Our Team

The UK Study Options team has decades of combined experience in supporting students through their application journeys. Having previously worked as admissions tutors and student recruitment officers in universities, or as career counsellors in top international schools, we have all the ‘insider’ knowledge of what it takes to submit a successful application to your child’s top university choice.

Learn more about our team’s experience and background here.

See which universities our students have gone to.

We are proud of the outcomes we help our students achieve. But we think our clients say it best. Here are some of the things they have shared with us.

Joe was an immense help to my daughter. In the process of trying to cut her personal statement down to meet the word count it had lost a sense of flow and personality. Joe’s suggestions for how to restructure it were brilliant. He advised her on what she should include, remove and even elaborate on. I only wish I had enlisted the help of UK Study Options sooner.

Rachel Miller, Parent, Bahamas

Working in the USA while raising a child in the American school system, we always knew we wanted my son to pursue higher education in the UK. Navigating that journey from overseas, however, can be complex—especially when it comes to understanding university admissions, fees, and home fees eligibility criteria. That’s where Kate and her team came in, and I can honestly say they made all the difference. Kate’s deep knowledge of UK university admissions, built over years of experience working in the field, was instrumental in guiding us through every step of the process.

Their University Admissions Service, helped us strategically plan where to apply, understand each university’s requirements, and navigate any required admissions tests. Stephen made sure we stayed on track, were well-prepared, and submitted strong applications tailored to each university’s strengths and expectations. The result? We received offers from several top-tier Russell Group universities—a dream outcome for any parent in our position. In short, if you’re a British family living abroad and want your child to study in the UK, I cannot recommend this service highly enough. Their expertise, professionalism, and genuine care for getting the best outcome for our son was second to none. It truly was one of the best investments we made in terms of university applications. 100% recommend.

Humayun Rashid, Parent USA

My parents contacted Kate and Geraldine (UKSO) in August 2022 to help me with the process of applying to uk universities. Kate particularly helped me with combining the process of applying to university with managing chaotic deadlines from IB. I am particularly thankful for the amount of feedback and constructive criticism Kate provided me with for my personal statement as it allowed me to create a statement I was genuinely proud of. I filed my UCAS application in November and have so far received offers from 4 out of 5 universities including St Andrews and UCL which were my top choices. Thanks a million Kate and Geraldine!

Tatiana Tkachenko, Student, Russia

Incredibly happy with Joe Marshall who helped our daughter keep her style and language whilst ending up with a punchy and powerful personal statement that really makes her shine.

Zeev Fisher, Parent, Portugal

Thank you so much to Kate and the team at UK Study Options for their knowledge, assistance and support that guided us through the progress of applying for UK university entry and ultimately provided a successful result.

Shona Drummond, Parent, UAE

UK Study Options was extremely helpful in ensuring I received home fees for my university applications, as well as in helping me decide what I wanted to do at university. Very knowledgeable and would highly recommend.

George Ross, Student, Portugal

Steve supported my son with his personal statement, and the result was both bespoke and beautifully concise. A reflection of years of growth and development. His approach goes far beyond editing; it blends mentorship that shapes thinking, challenges decisions regarding universities, and builds confidence. It’s an investment that should be a must! Geraldine, who supported my eldest son, was instrumental to choices he never knew existed. Her more challenging, thought-provoking approach pushed him to refine his thinking and make stronger decisions, which has supported the path he continues on today. So much so that we sought her advice again when applying for his master’s. This is so much more than supportive guidance. I cannot recommend them highly enough.

Abeeda, Parent, India

UK Study Options is a great organization, specifically helpful with university applications and writing the personal statement. I worked with Joe Marshall and with his help I was able to narrow down my interests and perfect my statement.

Lauren Hewison, Parent, USA

I worked with Kate through the Graduate Package, and her support was exceptional from start to finish. She was professional, patient, and encouraging. Her feedback on my personal statements and proposals was thorough and insightful, helping me refine every detail and present my best self. Thanks to her expert guidance, I received offers from several top universities, including Imperial College London and UCL, and I am now studying at Imperial. The process felt so much smoother and less stressful knowing I had someone experienced to guide me through each step. I’m truly grateful for all the support and would highly recommend her services to anyone applying for postgraduate study.

Lakshmi Priya Subramonian, Student, India

Book a free discovery call

Get in Touch

Contact Us
hello@ukstudyoptions.com
+44 (0)208 1871865

Henge Barn Pury Hill Business Park, Alderton Road,
Towcester, Northamptonshire, England, NN12 7LS