Does Oxford care about grades?

Does Oxford look at Grade 9 marks

If you are shortlisted, your performance in interviews will also be taken into account. Higher grades at GCSE can help to make your application more competitive, and successful applicants typically have a high proportion of 7,8 and 9 grades. However, we do look at GCSE grades in context.

How hard is it to get into Oxford

Getting into Oxford is a competitive process; you'll need exceptional academic achievement, as well as a wide range of extracurricular activities and personal qualities. Generally, Oxford has an acceptance rate of approximately 13-17%.

Is Oxford very hard

Oxford degrees are difficult and we are expected to work hard. Students are set up to three essays, problem sheets, or lab reports to complete each week. Tutors expect these to be completed to a high standard and it's not uncommon to need to work beyond the usual 9-5 on busy weeks.

Is Oxford better than Harvard

Harvard is ranked second in National Universities, first in Global Universities by U.S. News, and first by the Round University Ranking, while Oxford is ranked first in Best Global Universities in Europe, fifth in Best Global Universities by U.S. News, and second by the QS World University Rankings.

What grades do Oxford want

Range from A*A*A-AAA, depending on the course. Total score of 38-40 points (depending on the course) including core points, with 6s and 7s in subjects taken at the higher level. An average of 85% or above, with scores of between 8 and 9 in subjects specified at A level or equivalent.

What is the lowest grade requirements for Oxford

Admission requirements for 2024 entry

Course Entrance requirements (at A-level or equivalent) Test
Economics and Management A*AA (with Maths at A or A*) TSA section 1
Engineering Science A*A*A (with the A*s in Maths, Further Maths or Physics.) PAT
English Language and Literature AAA ELAT
English and Modern Languages AAA ELAT

Can I get into Oxford with a * A * A

Conditional offers for students studying A-levels will range between A*A*A and AAA depending on the subject. Each course page gives details of the specific requirements. Other equivalent qualifications are also welcome: please see UK qualifications and international qualifications.

Can you get into Oxford with 3 A’s

Oxford makes its offers on the basis of specific grades rather than UCAS Tariff points. Meaning, three A*/A grades meet most conditional offers, whereas two A*s and two Bs do not.

Is a 70 good at Oxford

A 'First' is the highest grade achievable for a UK undergraduate degree. This typically represents a score of 70% or more. An 'Upper second' (2:1) is the next highest band, typically representing a score of 60%-69%. A 'strong upper second' would typically be taken to mean 65% or more.

Can a poor student study in Oxford

Oxford is determined that all students who are offered a place to study here can afford to come. Very few costs are paid up front, and there is lots of financial support available for UK students, from the government, the University and a student's college.

What GPA do I need for Oxford

3.7 out of 4.0

Undergraduate qualifications

If your graduate course at Oxford requires a 'first-class undergraduate degree with honours' in the UK system, you will usually need a bachelor's degree from a recognised university with an an overall grade of 85% ('A') or 'Excellent', or a GPA of 3.7 out of 4.0.

Is Oxford harder than Ivy League

The class of 2025 Ivy League admission rate average is 5.4 percent, which is around four times lower than Oxford's average acceptance rate of about 20 percent.

Can I get into Oxford with a * AA

Entry requirements

Conditional offers for Oxford range between A*A*A and AAA (depending on the subject) at A Level or 38–40 in the IB, including core points. Certain grades may be required at Higher Level.

Is 8 an A or an A *

For comparison purposes, a grade C is considered equivalent to a 4, and an A is equivalent to a 7, and an 8 is equivalent roughly to an A*. Notes: GCSE grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) – Certificate and qualification awarded. At GCSE, considered a 'standard pass', and awards a qualification at Level 2 of the RQF.

Can you get into Oxford with B’s

Yes! Just about all of my friends got Bs and Cs in their GCSEs and got in with equivalents of A*s at A level. However, only one of us got all A* grades; the rest got the odd A/B at A level but got in anyway through having sat the Oxbridge exam pre-A level.

Is a * AA enough for Oxford

However Oxford usually only has around 3,300 places each year so even excellent grades will not guarantee you an offer. Offers for Oxford places are between A*A*A and AAA at A-level, depending on the course. (See course pages.) See a list of Oxford courses with conditional offers including at least one A*.

What is the lowest GPA in Oxford

3.7 out of

If your graduate course at Oxford requires a 'first class undergraduate degree with honours' in the UK system, you will usually need an overall GPA of at least 3.7 out of 4.0/4.3 or 4.5 out of 5.0.

Is 76 a good grade in UK

The four university grade boundaries are: First-Class Honours (1st) (70% and above): Exceptional academic performance. Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1) (60-70%): Strong performance, most common degree class. Lower Second-Class Honours (2:2) (50-60%): Satisfactory performance, widely accepted by employers.

Can you apply to Oxford with bad grades

Undergraduate qualifications

If your graduate course at Oxford requires a 'strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours' in the UK system, you will usually need a bachelor's degree from a recognised university with an overall grade of 80% ('B+') or 'Very Good', or a GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0.

What is the lowest grade to get into Oxford

What are the Oxford entry requirements

Qualification Entry requirements
A Levels Range from A*A*A-AAA, depending on the course.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Total score of 38-40 points (depending on the course) including core points, with 6s and 7s in subjects taken at the higher level.

What is the lowest GPA Oxford will accept

3.7 out of 4.0

Undergraduate qualifications

If your graduate course at Oxford requires a 'first-class undergraduate degree with honours' in the UK system, you will usually need a bachelor's degree with an overall grade of Class 1, 'A' or 80%, or a GPA of 3.7 out of 4.0.

Do you need straight A’s to get into Oxford

However Oxford usually only has around 3,300 places each year so even excellent grades will not guarantee you an offer. Offers for Oxford places are between A*A*A and AAA at A-level, depending on the course. (See course pages.) See a list of Oxford courses with conditional offers including at least one A*.

What is the #1 hardest school to get into

Harvard University

Niche, a ranking and review site, recently published its list of the “2023 Hardest Colleges to Get Into.” Using data from the U.S. Department of Education on various colleges' acceptance rates and SAT/ACT scores, they found, unsurprisingly, Harvard University to be the most difficult college to get into.

What is the number 1 hardest college to get into

Harvard University tops the list with its 5% acceptance rate. The Cambridge, Massachusetts, Ivy League university has earned a reputation for developing world leaders. According to Niche, it is the No. 1 college for biology in America and also among the highest rated for psychology and best academics.

Is AAA enough for Oxford

Oxford's standard entry requirements for conditional offers range from A*A*A-AAA at A level. However, many courses have specific additional requirements that students need to meet.