Important: The period to add UCAS Clearing choices lasts from Jul 5, 2025 to Oct 20, 2025.
Clearing matches applicants to university places that have yet to be filled. Courses in Clearing are not just ones nobody wants; there are many reasons they may still be available. It offers a valuable opportunity for students who missed their offer conditions, changed their minds, or applied late, helping them find a course and university that suit them.
For students, Clearing choices will be available after July 5, 2025, but only for those who meet the following conditions:
They are not currently holding any offers, meaning all submitted applications have either:
A result indicated as Denied,
A result indicated as Withdrawn, or
A student decision indicated as Declined; and
They are not waiting for any pending decisions.
Additionally, any applications submitted on or after July 5, 2025, will automatically be considered under Clearing, regardless of how many applications the student had submitted before this date. However, students are strongly advised to check directly with universities to confirm course availability before applying.
Not sure if you're eligible? You'll see this banner on the Applications page if you are.
Each choice is explained below:
Search for Extra courses on UCAS
Selecting this option will bring you to the UCAS Search Tool site.
Here's what you can do:
Search for courses, subjects, or areas you might be interested in.
Apply filters for course vacancies by selecting "Show only courses with vacancies". This will display the final list of available courses.
Once you find a course you’re interested in, it’s highly recommended to contact the university to confirm availability.
When you’re ready and the university has confirmed the course is available, return to your Applications page on Cialfo and proceed with one of the next steps below.
Add application
Note: If you have not received confirmation from the university on course availability, please read the previous section here before continuing.
Upon selecting this option, you'll be prompted to select a university of choice, and the course or major you intend to apply to. Ensure that you complete the following steps:
Decide on a university and course/major or choice, then 'Add application'. The application will stay 'In Progress' until you proceed to submit it.
Important: Click on 'Submit Application'
You'll be brought to your application details, with information saved from your previous applications. Read through to confirm or make any changes you need to, then finally, click on 'Submit Application'.
Confirm that your application status now reflects as 'Submitted to Cialfo'.
Sit back, relax, and cross your fingers for good news to come your way!
Request support from Cialfo
With this option, you'll get additional assistance from Cialfo on making an Extra choice. Not to forget, stand a chance to qualify for Cialfo scholarships and the opportunity to benefit from our Value-Added Services for a successful enrolment to higher education.
For more information, visit the UCAS website here or reach out to us via Chat with Cialfo feature and someone will be in touch with you shortly.