UCAS Clearing 2026
Why Kent?
250+ clubs and societies
Whether your passion is sport or sustainability, you’re a foodie or keen on gaming, there are lots to choose from and something for everyone!
Top 40 university
Kent is ranked 40th in The Times Good University Guide 2025 and 40th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings 2025.
Great locations
Great green spaces. Historic sites. Beaches galore. Cobbled streets. Riverside views. Independent shops. Rooftop bars. London only an hour away by train. It’s all here.
Diverse community
The world is on your doorstep at Kent. Our community is made up of people from different backgrounds, of different ages and from over 152 nationalities.
Looking to the future
At Kent, we are all about making you future ready. We are listed as one of the top 50 Universities for Work Experience and Placements for the 2024 – 2025 Rate My Placement Awards.
We've been there
These Kent students used Clearing for different reasons. Find out how they got on.
Lily's story
Lily shares her experiences of the Clearing process and how she has settled in.
Sin's story
Sin used Clearing to get his place at Kent after changing his mind, and then changing it back!
Jazmin's story
Jazmine saw Clearing as a chance to shop around and found her place at Kent.
Dora's story
Dora is proof that you'll have a great experience no matter how you find your university place.
Advice from an expert
Ready to take the next step?
Feel like you're ready to apply? Or maybe you already have? Either way, we're here to help!
How to apply through Clearing
How to apply through Clearing
Need a hand applying through Clearing? Check out our step-by-step guide.
Accepting your offer
Accepting your offer
Have an offer from Kent? The process is a little different in Clearing, so here's how to accept and secure your place this September.
Making sure you're certain
Making sure you're certain
If you haven't yet made it to campus - or just want to take a second look, our Clearing events are a way for you to get a real feel for Kent.