Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud

Matt Amalfitano-Stroud joined the UniAdmissions team as an Outreach Officer, where he is now responsible for creating guides and materials to support Oxbridge applicants through the admissions process. Through his multiple years with UniAdmissions, Matt has developed a deep understanding of Oxbridge and is ready to inform applicants of any updates to the process that arise.

LSE Acceptance Rate - The Definitive Guide

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LSE Acceptance Rate 2025 – The Definitive Guide

Whether you’re interested in Humanities, Social Science or Mathematics, the London School of Economics is one of the top universities in the UK for students. However, it’s a highly competitive university, with over 25,000 applicants competing for fewer than 2,000 available places each year. Some courses are more competitive than others, though, so this guide explores the admissions statistics for every degree at LSE in 2025.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 3rd June 2025

UCL Acceptance Rate - The Definitive Guide

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UCL Acceptance Rate 2024 – The Definitive Guide

University College London is the largest single university in the UK, but does that mean it’s easy to get a place there? In this guide, we’ll explore the undergraduate acceptance rates for UCL, including all of its individual departments, to determine how competitive the university is.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 30th May 2025

Imperial College London Acceptance Rates 2023 - The Definitive Guide

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Imperial College London Acceptance Rates 2024 – The Definitive Guide

Imperial College London is one of the most prestigious universities in the world, so acceptance rates are very low for many of its degrees. In this guide, we’ll unpack the acceptance rates of all the major degrees that Imperial offers to see how likely you are to earn your place.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 28th May 2025

International

How Trump’s International Student Halt Could Affect UK University Applications

With the announcement of the USA’s halt on international student visa applications, many university applicants and students are now uncertain about their future in the American education system. In this guide, we’ll explore the new policy the US government has enacted, what happened to Harvard, how other Ivy League universities may be affected and what impact this situation may have on UK university applications.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 28th May 2025

Cambridge

Cambridge College Acceptance Rate Guide – What You Need To Know

With over 25 different colleges to choose from at Cambridge, it’s important to be aware of how hard each one is to get into. In this guide, we’ll explore the acceptance rates for each Cambridge college and understand how this may influence your college choice.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 26th May 2025

Cambridge

Cambridge Acceptance Rates 2024 – The Definitive Guide

The University of Cambridge is notoriously difficult to get into, but we thankfully have data to understand exactly how difficult it is to do so. In this guide, we’ll take a deep dive into this data, exploring the acceptance rates for every undergraduate course taught at Cambridge.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 23rd May 2025

Cambridge

What is the August Reconsideration Pool at Cambridge and Imperial?

If you applied to Cambridge or Imperial and didn’t get your offer, you may be feeling disheartened. However, both universities offer applicants a second chance of success through their August Reconsideration Pools. This guide explains everything you need to know about your eligibility, the application process and the likelihood of success.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 21st May 2025

Biology

Biology University Ranking UK: 2025 Ranking Tables

As one of the core sciences, Biology is an extremely popular subject to study at university. With other 90 universities in the UK teaching the course, it can be hard to decide where to apply to, but ranking tables are one way to help you find the best match for you. This guide will explore the most recent UK ranking tables for Biology to determine which universities are the highest rated.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 24th April 2025

Chemistry

Chemistry University Ranking: 2025 UK Ranking

Each year, many students apply to study Chemistry in the UK. There are plenty of universities that teach this subject, but which ones are the best? In this guide, we explore the two most popular UK university ranking tables for Chemistry to learn where you should apply.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 1st April 2025

General

Why Choose Oxbridge? The Value Of Being An Oxbridge Graduate

You may have heard that studying at Oxford or Cambridge is the best option for UK university students, but why is this? In this guide, we’ll explore some of the benefits of being an Oxbridge graduate and how it can help you progress into your career.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 26th March 2025

General

Managing Your Academics And Oxbridge Application

Preparing for exams and your Oxbridge application are tough tasks, but doing both at the same time seems impossible. However, if you manage your time correctly, it’s more than possible to succeed in both without immense stress. In this guide, we’ll explore how you can manage both of these essential tasks to ensure you get your Oxbridge offer and the grades required to meet it.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 25th March 2025

Revision

Academic Stress & What High-Performing Students Struggle With

If you’re a high performer in your studies, you’ve likely felt academic stress at least once during your education. Great performance can often lead to high expectations and a lack of understanding from others about what it takes to achieve these results, which can be frustrating and negatively impact how you work. In this guide, we’ll explore common struggles for high-performing students and how you can reduce the risk of burnout.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 20th March 2025

Applications

Ensuring Effective Preparation For Your Child’s University Application

No matter where your child is applying to, it’s essential that they prepare for their application effectively. In this guide, we’ll explore why this isn’t always easy and how you can ensure your child is making the most of their time and doing their best to secure their offer.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 19th March 2025

Oxbridge

The Pressure Of Being An Oxbridge Applicant

If you’re an Oxbridge applicant, you may be feeling a lot of pressure right now. There’s a lot that goes into being a successful Oxbridge student, so you need to know how to manage the stress and focus on your preparation. This guide explains where your stress may be coming from and how you can relieve that stress to improve your chances of success.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 18th March 2025

Personal Statements

How To Give Effective Personal Statement Feedback

One of the best ways to support a university applicant who is writing a Personal Statement is to provide feedback on their drafts and help them improve their work. In this guide, you’ll learn what you should be looking out for in a Personal Statement and who to provide your thoughts and suggestions and a clear and helpful way.

Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud 17th March 2025