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Clearing 2026
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Not completely sure of your plan? Clearing is your chance to look again

Whether you are rethinking your course, reconsidering your university, or getting prepared just in case, you’ve come to the right place.

Why the University of Reading?

We are a university focused on your future. Here’s just a few reasons to look again.

  • Degrees designed for employability – Gain in-demand skills and real-world experience. We are ranked in the top 10 universities in the UK for work experience support (Higherin's Top 50 Universities for Work Experience 2026-27).
  • Guaranteed accommodation – Our University accommodation is on, or a quick walk away from, our award-winning parkland campus (guarantee criteria apply).
  • Award-winning scholarships – The University of Reading has been named "University of the Year for Scholarships and Bursaries 2026" in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide. High-achieving students will be invited to apply for our Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarships, worth £6,000 a year. 
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Amy's Clearing story

Amy talks about her experience of applying to Reading through Clearing in this short video.

I am so grateful that I came to Reading through Clearing. It was the best decision I made. I've really made the most out of university and thrown myself into every opportunity, which I may not have done at my firm choice. I love my course and I feel like it's at the right level for me.

Emily
BA Modern Languages (German)

What is Clearing?

Clearing is a way of applying to university during the summer, once you have all your exam results. Course availability varies each year and between universities, but Clearing can offer new opportunities – even if your options were limited earlier in the year.

You might use Clearing if:

  • you're applying to university for the first time
  • you’ve changed your mind about what or where you want to study
  • you did better than expected and want to explore new options
  • you didn’t get into your firm or insurance choices and need a new place.

Whatever your reason, the University of Reading has some great opportunities, and we’re excited you’re considering us.

Already have an offer from us? 

If you applied to the University of Reading before 30 June and have a firm or insurance offer, please visit our dedicated offer holder pages for information tailored to your application.

Key dates

Clearing at the University of Reading:

  • 30 June: applications received after 18:00 will automatically go into Clearing.
  • 2 July – 17:00 on 5 August: Clearing 2026 is open for applications if you have already received your final results.
  • 13 August: results day, Clearing hotline opens.
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