Find Your Course
Before Clearing opens, it’s worth spending time exploring our website to find the course that suits you. Search different subject areas, compare course content, and look at things like modules and career prospects.
It’s not too late to start university this year. Clearing puts you back in control, and we’re here to help you find your place. To get started, join our mailing list and get Clearing guidance, key dates, and next steps sent straight to your inbox.
What You Can Do Now
You can get ahead of Clearing now. Check courses, know your options, and be ready to move fast when it opens.
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Check Entry Requirements
Get ahead by checking entry requirements, noting the grades, subjects, and any additional criteria they expect, such as interviews or portfolios.
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Book an Open Day
You can book your place now at our 4 July Open Day to experience Lincoln for yourself, learn more about our courses, and tour our accommodation and city.
What to Do on Results Day
Good news – all you need to do on the day is phone our Clearing number and our friendly advisors will walk you through the rest. You’ll often hear straight away if we can make you an offer.
Have ready:
- Your UCAS account
- Personal ID
- Course name
- Achieved grades
It’s okay to not have everything worked out yet. We’re here to help you explore your options, whether that means looking at other related courses you may be interested in or answering questions about changing your firm choice.
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Information for Parents and Carers
Clearing can feel like a big moment for the whole family. Here are some ways you can support your young person and stay informed:
- Join our Parents and Carers mailing list and receive information tailored especially for parents and carers about university.
- Delve deeper through our dedicated Parents and Carers webpage to find more details about supporting the transition to life at Lincoln.
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Important Dates
From 2 July 2026, you can apply for a course through Clearing if you’re not already holding an offer from a university or college, and the course still has places available.
You can still apply in the usual way through UCAS until 30 June, and we’d encourage you to apply as early as you can to give yourself the best chance of securing a place.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clearing?
Clearing is a UCAS process that helps you find a place at university if you are not currently holding an offer, have changed your mind, are applying later in the year, or your results were different from what you expected.
It is a normal part of the university admissions cycle and can be a positive opportunity to explore your options, compare courses, and choose the right place for you.
At Lincoln, our Clearing team can talk you through your choices, explain entry requirements, and help you understand your next steps, so you can make a calm, informed decision about your future.
When does Clearing open?
For 2026 entry, UCAS Clearing opens on 2 July 2026. From this date, you can call a university’s Clearing hotline to discover which courses have available places and, if you are eligible, apply through Clearing.
I’ve changed my mind about my firm choice university and now want to apply to Lincoln. What can I do?
If you’ve accepted a firm choice university already via UCAS you can “self release” into Clearing after you’ve got your results and your firm choice confirms your place. You’ll need to talk to the university where you’ve accepted an offer to ask them to “release” you.
I haven’t applied to any universities yet but now want to start a course in September. Can I still apply?
Yes, you can apply to us in Clearing even if you didn’t apply to universities during the main UCAS cycle. If you’ve got your qualifications already, we can help you complete the application now. If you’re waiting for exam results, we can make provisional offers based on predicted grades.
Will I find it harder to connect with potential coursemates or housemates if I apply in Clearing?
Not at all. Our Unibuddy community is a great way to make friends before you arrive at university. You can join communities based on your chosen course, accommodation, or interests like sports, music, or hobbies.
Will I still be able to find good student accommodation if I apply in Clearing?
Absolutely! We’re very proud of our award-winning student accommodation at the University of Lincoln. Our Accommodation Guarantee means that applicants who apply for accommodation with us by 31 August 2026 are guaranteed an offer of a room in University-managed accommodation.
Are students who join in Clearing treated differently?
No. About one in seven students enrol through clearing and it has no bearing on your experience as a student. It’s simply another admissions route beyond the “main cycle” UCAS process.
I don’t think I’ll meet the course entry requirements. Is it still worthwhile applying in Clearing?
Yes, we can be more flexible on entry requirements during Clearing so it’s well worth calling our Clearing Hotline to see if we can make you an offer. It’s a good idea to act quickly since course vacancies can fill up fast. Our advisors can also discuss alternative entry routes available, such as our foundation year programmes, which provide more opportunities for students who might not otherwise meet standard entry requirements.