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Explore your academic future at Sussex: A message to students from the USA

Many students who began their studies in the United States are now transferring to the UK to complete their degrees. If you are now rethinking your options, the 麻豆传媒社区入口 in the South East of England, a truly international university, is here to support you.

At Sussex, we understand the challenges of navigating international study options. Our global team, along with current students and faculty, is committed to offering clear guidance and continuous support throughout your application journey.

Our campus university fosters a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for international students. We celebrate the diverse perspectives and talents that students from over 100 countries bring to our campus. If you decide to join us at Sussex this autumn, you will find a warm, friendly, and supportive home at Sussex. We are ready to consider transfers from US universities, and our international and admissions teams are available to provide personalised guidance based on your specific circumstances. 

We are uniquely placed – at one end of our beautiful campus is Brighton, a small seaside city with a lively, diverse, and culturally rich scene. At the other end are the beautiful rolling hills of the English countryside. London is just one hour away by train.

Many of our courses are still open for applications for the 2025/26 academic year. We guarantee on-campus accommodation for international students who complete the preference form by 31 July 2025.

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Partnerships and exchange links

We have one of the most extensive US exchange programmes, with a network of more than 47 partners.

As a research-intensive university, we engage in research projects with top institutions including Cornell, UC Santa Cruz and Georgetown.

Find out more about studying abroad at Sussex as a US student.

Life at Sussex

Situated on the edge of a national park and located just a few minutes away from one of the most vibrant cities in the UK, Sussex has it all.

Support for international students

Sussex has teams dedicated to helping you make the most of your time at university. They can provide: 

  • advice on immigration and applying for your visa
  • support with finding accommodation
  • welfare support
  • help to improve your English language and writing skills.
  • guidance with searching for part-time jobs
  • recognition of your extra-curricular and voluntary achievements.

Find out more about support.

Spirit of Sussex Award

The Spirit of Sussex Award is our way of recognising you’re achievements at Sussex. It can help you:

  • feel involved with life at Sussex
  • make friends and build a wider network while you're with us
  • get a job after your studies by showcasing all your achievements to future employers.

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Clubs and societies

Choose from more than  and Brighton, including:

  • the , which matches new students with current students based on your interests and includes activities and trips
  • the , where you take part in language exchange sessions and other activities.

Societies are a fantastic way of trying new experiences and making new friends.

American Football Society

Sussex is home to its own American football team, the Sussex Saxons. 

“Studying at Sussex is the best decision I’ve ever made. It’s a wonderful learning environment and my professors are always willing to help.” Chelsea Harris
Creative Media Practice MA

Alumni and careers

A degree from Sussex is internationally recognised and our US alumni have gone on to do incredible things.

We have an alumni network based in US who can chat with you about their experiences of studying at Sussex. Get in contact.

US Heroes – our US alumni profiled

Find out what some of our amazing US alumni have gone on to achieve, from being Communications Director to the Vice President to picking up four Emmys.

Read more.

Get in touch

Talk to Kasia

Kasia Symons is our United States expert based on campus. 

Having worked with international students for several years, Kasia is ready to share her experiences with you and help you on your educational journey.

Email: k.symons@sussex.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)1273 877781
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Events

Our Senior International Officer, Kasia Symons, will be attending the following events to tell you more about the 麻豆传媒社区入口 and answer any questions you may have about coming from Canada to study at Sussex:

Tuesday 4 March:

NACAC National College Fair New Jersey: 9am-12pm and 5:30pm-8:30pm ET.  
New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center, Hall B, C, D, 497 Sunfield Ave, Edison, NJ 08837

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Sunday 9 March:

NACAC National College Fair Miami: 1pm-4pm ET.
Miami Airport Convention Center at DoubleTree by Hilton, 711 NW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33126, United States

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Tuesday 1 April:

NACAC National College Fair West Michigan: 8:30am-11:30am and 6pm-8pm ET
DeVos Place, 303 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.

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Thursday 3 April:

NACAC National College Fair Detroit: 8:30am-11:30am and 6pm-8pm ET
Suburban Collection Showplace 46100 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48374

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Sunday 6 April:

NACAC National College Fair New York City: 1pm-4pm ET
Jacob Javits Convention Center, 429 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001, United States

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Tuesday 8 and Wednesday 9 April:

NACAC National College Fair Montgomery County: 9:45am-1pm and 6:30pm-8pm ET
Adventist HealthCare Fieldhouse 18031 Central Park Cir, Boyds, MD 20841, United States

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Friday 11 April:

NACAC National College Fair Prince George's County, MD: 9:30am-12:30pm ET.
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex, 8001 Sheriff Rd, Landover, MD 20785, United States.

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Meet Kasia:

Please contact Kasia to arrange one-to-one meetings outside of the above fairs. Feel free to get in touch if you would like to find out more.

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