United States of America

Contents

• Entry requirements and application information
• Fees and scholarships
• Life at Sussex
• Clubs and societies
• Partnerships and exchange links
• Alumni
• Get in touch

Entry requirements and application information

• Undergraduate entry requirements

  Clearing offer

  Undergraduate Year 1

  US High School Graduation Diploma and Advanced Placement (AP) tests

  A typical Clearing offer would be pass the high school diploma and achieve scores 333 from three AP tests.

  Additional subject-specific requirements may apply depending on the undergraduate course you are applying for.

  English language entry requirements 

  USA is considered a majority English speaking country, and USA nationals are not required to sit an English language test or assessment in order to obtain a CAS.

• Masters entry requirements

  Academic entry requirements

  A Bachelor’s degree is required, with a minimum cGPA of at least 3.0-4.0 depending on your chosen Masters course.

  Additional subject-specific requirements may apply based on the postgraduate course you are applying for. 

  These entry requirements are intended as guidelines. If you have questions about your qualifications or if they are not listed here, please feel free to contact us.

  English language entry requirements 

  USA is considered a majority English speaking country, and USA nationals are not required to sit an English language test or assessment in order to obtain a CAS.

• PhD entry requirements

  Academic entry requirements

  A Bachelor’s degree is required, with a minimum cGPA of at least 3.3/ 4.0 in a subject relevant to your chosen PhD course.

  However, if you do not meet the academic requirements, you may still be considered for the degree if you can provide evidence of extensive work experience in a related field.

  These entry requirements are intended as guidelines. If you have questions about your qualifications or if they are not listed here, please feel free to contact us.

  English language entry requirements

  USA is considered a majority English speaking country, and USA nationals are not required to sit an English language test or assessment in order to obtain a CAS.

How to apply

Undergraduate applications

As an undergraduate student, you can apply via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

Find out more about how to apply for undergraduate courses.

Read our guide to undergraduate study to find out about the structure of an undergraduate degree and ways you can enhance your course.

Masters applications

As a Masters student, you can apply using our Masters application portal.

Find out more about how to apply for Masters courses.

Read our guide to Masters study to find out how you’ll learn and be assessed as part of your Masters degree, as well as how to get extra support with your study or English language skills.

PhD applications

As a PhD student, you can apply using our PhD application portal.

Find out more about how to apply for PhD courses.

Read our guide to PhD study to find out who will supervise you and the typical structure of a PhD. 

Visas and immigration

You can find suggestions and advice for applying to the UK as a student on a visa in our guide to visas and immigration for students.

You can also find more information from the UK Home Office regarding the details and requirements for a Student visa.

Fees and scholarships

Fees for American students

Find specific fees for our undergraduate, Masters and PhD degrees by visiting your selected course page’s fees and scholarships section.

Visit our tuition fees page to find out what your fees cover and ways to pay.

Scholarships for American students

For the 2026-27 academic year, American students are eligible for awards from our faculties and can also apply for the Chancellor’s International Scholarship.

Find out more about:

• undergraduate scholarships
• Masters scholarships
• PhD funding and scholarships.

Life at Sussex

Situated on the edge of a national park and located just a few minutes away from one of the most vibrant cities in the UK, Sussex has it all.

Explore your academic future at Sussex: a message to students from the USA

Many students who began their studies in the United States are now transferring to the UK to complete their degrees. If you are now rethinking your options, the University of Sussex in the South East of England, a truly international university, is here to support you.

At Sussex, we understand the challenges of navigating international study options. Our global team, along with current students and faculty, is committed to offering clear guidance and continuous support throughout your application journey.

Our campus university fosters a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for international students. We celebrate the diverse perspectives and talents that students bring to our campus. If you decide to join us at Sussex this autumn, you will find a warm, friendly, and supportive home at Sussex. We are ready to consider transfers from US universities, and our international and admissions teams are available to provide personalised guidance based on your specific circumstances.

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Safety on campus

We offer a safe campus community for our students, supported by our 24/7 on-site security team, who are contactable 24-hours a day if you have any concerns. The Security Centre is equipped 24/7 to respond to emergency situations and includes CCTV and other crime prevention equipment. Find out more about our campus safety.

Clubs, groups and societies

Choose from a range of student societies and groups at Sussex including:

• the Buddy Scheme, which matches new students with current students based on your interests and includes activities and trips
• the Language Café, where you take part in language exchange sessions and other activities
• American Football Society.

Societies are a fantastic way of trying new experiences and making new friends.

Partnerships and exchange links

As a research-intensive university, we engage in research projects with top institutions including Cornell, UC Santa Cruz and Georgetown.

Find out more about studying abroad at Sussex as a US student.

Alumni and careers

A degree from Sussex is internationally recognised and our US alumni have gone on to do incredible things.

We have an alumni network based in US who can chat with you about their experiences of studying at Sussex. Get in contact.

Get in touch