How Does the UCAS Undergraduate Application Work? Key Dates for 2027 Entry, the 15 October Deadline for Oxford, Cambridge and Medicine, the Three Personal Statement Questions, References and Predicted Grades, Replying to Offers, Extra and Clearing, and What Domestic and International Applicants (Including Students in China) Should Know
According to UCAS, applications for 2027 entry open on 12 May 2026; the deadline for Oxford, Cambridge and most medicine, dentistry and veterinary courses is 15 October 2026, and for most undergraduate courses 13 January 2027. You can make up to 5 choices for a £34.50 fee, and the personal statement now has three questions with 4,000 characters in total. This guide walks through each step in order: applying, replying to offers, Extra and Clearing.









