UK Study Options – Proven Success in Securing Home Fee Status
For British and Irish expatriate families, one of the most important questions when planning for university is whether their child will qualify for Home or Overseas tuition fees. The difference in cost can be significant – up to £423,000* – making it essential to understand the rules around fee status and prepare early. At UK Study Options, we specialise in supporting families through this process. Our dedicated team has years of experience advising expats worldwide and giving them the best chance of securing Home fees at UK universities.
A track record of success
Each year, we help hundreds of families present their case for Home fee status. Our consistently high success rates mean that students can access UK universities at a fair cost, without the worry of being charged higher Overseas fees. For the 2025 admissions cycle we have maintained our 99% success rate of helping our families secure at least one Home offer at university^.
On average, our Fee Status Families save around £86,000 per student by securing Home fees, with the highest saving for one student reaching £263,190^. These outcomes reflect the importance of careful planning and the value of expert guidance.
Home fee outcomes across top UK universities
Our credibility is demonstrated by the wide range of universities where our families have successfully secured Home fee status. From world-leading Russell Group and top 10 institutions, to modern and specialist universities, we have supported students on their journey to the UK’s most prestigious and popular higher education providers.
Here are just some of the universities where UKSO families have gained places with Home fee status:
- University of Aberdeen
- Anglia Ruskin University
- Aston University
- University of Bath
- Bath Spa University
- University of Birmingham
- Birmingham City University
- University of Brighton
- University of Bristol
- Brunel University London
- University of Cambridge
- Cardiff University
- Cardiff Metropolitan University
- Central Middlesex
- City, University of London
- University College London
- De Montfort University
- Durham University
- University of Edinburgh
- University of Essex
- University of Exeter
- University of Glasgow
- Heriot-Watt University
- University of Huddersfield
- Imperial College London
- Keele University
- University of Kent
- Kent and Medway Medical School
- King’s College London
- Kingston University
- Lancaster University
- University of Leeds
- University of Leicester
- University of Liverpool
- London Metropolitan University
- Loughborough University
- London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
- University of Manchester
- Newcastle University
- University of Northumbria
- University of Nottingham
- University of Oxford
- Oxford Brookes University
- Roehampton University
- Royal Holloway University of London
- University of Sheffield
- University of Southampton
- Stirling University
- University of Sussex
- University of Plymouth
- Queen Margaret University
- Queen Mary University of London
- University of Warwick
- University of Winchester
…and many more.
Why families choose UK Study Options
- Specialist knowledge – We are the only organisation dedicated to supporting the British and Irish expatriate community with their fee status concerns.
- Tailored guidance – Every family’s situation is different, and our Advisors provide expert, bespoke guidance to suit their individual case.
- Fair outcomes – With average savings of £86,000 per student, securing Home fees can transform access to higher education for the students we work with.
Plan ahead with confidence
Securing Home fee status is not automatic, and universities assess each case against strict rules. By planning ahead and seeking expert guidance, families can reduce uncertainty and give their child the best chance of success.
At UK Study Options, we are proud to support expat families worldwide in achieving fair fee status outcomes and opening the door to a first-class UK university education.
Check your eligibility early
As a first step, families can use the UK Study Options Fee Status Checker to gain an early indication of whether their child may qualify for Home fee status. This simple online tool helps families understand where they stand, identify potential risks, and decide whether further expert guidance is needed — making early planning clearer and more confident.
* Based on the higher Overseas tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year at a UK university.
^ Based on known outcomes of our 2025 Fee Status Families.
