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Funding for High Achieving State School Students to Explore Studying in the USA (UK)
The Sutton Trust has announced that its US Programme is now open for applications.
The programme offers high achieving state school students the opportunity to explore studying in the United States, and experience what it is like being an international student.
All costs are covered including travel, residential events, accommodation and food.
As in previous years, students are scheduled to visit the US in July/August.
The programme is open to students from low- or middle-income families who are currently in:
- Year 12 in England and Wales
- S5 in Scotland
- Year 13 in Northern Ireland
The closing date for student applications is11 January 2026. Schools have until 14 January 2026 to submit their references.
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14th November 2025