School-set paper
University College School key dates
Autumn term 2026
Open morning
Register at the school's admissions page.
Open now
Applications open
Online via the school portal.
Mon 9 Nov 2026
Application deadline
No late submissions accepted.
Wed 6 Jan 2027
Entrance exam
Two 1h15m papers · English (comprehension + writing) + Maths · sat at UCS
Late January
Interview day (if shortlisted)
Mini-lesson + 1:1 interview with a teacher; parents meet senior leaders and pupils.
Mid February
Offers go out
By email. Acceptance deadline a week later.
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Get early accessDates here are compiled from public sources. For the authoritative version, seeUniversity College School admissions.
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