Applying to Oxford University

AsianStudent101
Sat, 02 Jul 2016 01:23:56 +0000

Hi,

I’m wondering if anyone can give me some information about the application process and student life at Oxford from your perspective. I’m an American high school student and I am strongly considering applying for Oxford in the fall. Any information is appreciated!

1. Do I need to take an English test even though I am from America? Or any other kind of official test? I already have the SAT and AP scores.

2. Which colleges for English majors are more respectable? I know this is kind of a superficial question, but I am still in the process of familiarizing myself with Oxford and UK schools in general, and just don't want to pick a college that is scorned by locals.

3. How accepting is the environment at Oxford? I guess in other words I am asking how liberal it is. I know that being a large and respected school, Oxford should be pretty diverse and accepting, but I would appreciate an insider's look. I am also asking this to determine what kind of essay I should write, because for many American colleges I am writing about my gender and sexuality that has influenced my ideas and interactions with the people in my life, but I don't know if UK schools are less accepting of that.

4. Lastly for now, what kind of visa/citizenship obstacles are there? I am a PR in the U.S. and a Chinese citizen. Is this going to prevent me from applying?

Any information is appreciated. Thank you.