Introduction

At HBA London, our university consultancy service offers personalised guidance to help students successfully navigate university applications across the UK, USA, Canada, and Europe. Founded by Halil Bal, an experienced academic coach and education consultant with over 20 years in the field, we go beyond traditional advising by creating tailored coaching plans that address each student’s unique strengths and goals. Having supported thousands of students to gain admission to top universities worldwide, Halil combines deep expertise with a hands-on approach to maximise every student’s chances of success.

UK University Applications

For students applying to UK universities, HBA London offers comprehensive support throughout the UCAS application process, providing guidance on personal statement writing, meeting English language requirements such as IELTS and TOEFL, and preparing for CVs and interviews when needed. Additionally, we assist students in selecting suitable courses, creating personalised university lists, and planning their career paths to help them make well-informed decisions.

What are the key dates for applying to universities in the UK?

May	October	January	February/April	July/August
Applications open. (Applications cannot be submitted until September.)	Application deadline for Oxbridge, and most courses in medicine, dentistry & veterinary medicine/science.	Application deadline for all other university courses.	University conditional offers sent.	IB, AP And A-Level results announced. Start of the clearing process if the student does not get offered a university place or rejects their current offers.

US University Applications

The United States offers over 4.000 universities with no limit on the number of applications a student can submit, making the selection process overwhelming. The US application system includes Early Action (EA), Early Decision (ED), and Regular Decision (RD) options, each with distinct advantages. At HBA London, we assist students in choosing the best application route, creating both long and short university lists, and guiding them through the Common Application essay process. Additionally, we help plan preparation for required tests such as the SAT, ensuring personalised support throughout this complex process.

HBA London supports US university applicants with completing the Common App and other applications, guiding essay writing, meeting language requirements (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, GMAT, GRE), advising on extracurricular and work experience, and preparing for CVs and interviews when needed.

What are the key dates for applying to universities in the US?

September	November	December	January	March/April
Applications open	Early decision & early action application deadline	Early decision & early action results	Regular decision application deadline	Regular decision results

Canada and EU University Applications

HBA London provides tailored education consultancy for students applying to universities in Canada and Europe. We offer guidance on choosing the right programmes and institutions, understanding country-specific application procedures, meeting language and academic requirements, and preparing essential documents such as motivation letters and CVs. Our goal is to ens

Master, High School, Summer School Applications

HBA London also offers expert guidance for Master’s, high school, and summer school applications. For Master’s programmes, we support students with university and course selection, application strategies, and preparation of documents such as statements of purpose and academic CVs. For high school placements, we assist with school selection, admission requirements, and interview preparation. We also help students find and apply to high-quality summer school programmes that align with their academic interests and future goals, enhancing both their experience and university applications.