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{"id":7878,"date":"2025-08-05T14:07:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T14:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thisisfresh.com\/blog\/?p=7878"},"modified":"2025-09-08T11:01:10","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T11:01:10","slug":"plans-change-were-here-for-you-the-fresh-guide-to-university-clearing-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thisisfresh.com\/blog\/2025\/08\/05\/plans-change-were-here-for-you-the-fresh-guide-to-university-clearing-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"The Fresh Guide to University Clearing 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you’ve got your results and they’re not what you’re expecting, that’s ok! If you're rethinking your next steps or looking for a new opportunity, you're not alone. That’s where university clearing comes in.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you’ve changed your mind, didn’t get the results you hoped for, did better than expected, or just made a last-minute decision to go to university, Fresh is here to help.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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What is Clearing?<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Clearing is the UCAS process that helps students find available university places after results are released. If you didn’t get any offers, didn’t meet your conditions, got better results or are applying late – Clearing is your second chance to find your perfect uni.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

It’s also a great route if you’ve simply had a change of heart and want to switch courses or universities.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Clearing opens: 5 July 2025<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
\nClearing closes: 20 October 2025<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Fresh’s Top 5 Tips for Clearing Success<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

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  1. Do your research<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
    \n\tMake a shortlist of courses and universities you’d consider. Have contact details ready and check the entry requirements in advance.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Log into UCAS Hub<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
    \n\tOn results day, check your application status. If you’re eligible for Clearing, your status will say “You are in Clearing.”<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Reach out early<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
    \n\tCall universities directly to ask about course availability. Be ready with your qualifications, UCAS ID, and a polished personal statement.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Stay alert<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
    \n\tKeep your phone close – you might get a call with an offer! Answer quickly, as spaces can fill up fast and they may move on to calling someone else.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Take your time to choose<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b>
    \n\tIf you get an offer, don’t rush into accepting it. Think it through and make sure it feels right for you.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Using Clearing to Your Advantage<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

    Clearing isn’t just a fallback – it can be a smart way to level up your university plans. Here's how to use it tactically:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n