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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Don't want to hijack the thread - What is the admission's process for Oxbridge?

Is it just scheduling that test and then submit your grades/SAT/AP Scores? They seem to write a lot on their site and feel like I missed some small print some where.[/quote]

I've been through it and think it's tough. First look at the minimums. Then assess whether you can get 5s in 5 APs. If you get an offer, it most likely will be "conditional" based upon that and upon posting proof of financial responsibility with your particular college. Unlike American colleges you must provide proof of financial means before acceptance -at least our kid did. Then there are the famous 3 on one interviews during which the student must prove sufficient mastery of the subject in which they propose to read. Most Americans can't do this. Remember you are proposing to read and write in one subject. It is not the American "take lots of classes in anything" approach. Entire books have been written on how to ace those interviews. I own several of them. Most Americans hire a tutor months before those interviews.[/quote]

+1. The interviews are what Americans are not prepared for. We found the process daunting so hired a college counselor with overseas expertise.[/quote]

My kid didn't find the interviews daunting but had a lot of debate and ethics bowl experience. I think stem kids might find this very new [/quote]

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