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Dr. Catherine Lee
December 5, 2023

Celebrating Our 2024 Cohort: 87% Oxbridge Success Rate

We're incredibly proud to announce that 87% of Arc students who applied to Oxford and Cambridge for 2024 entry received offers. This remarkable achievement reflects the dedication of our students and the effectiveness of our preparation methods.

By the Numbers

Overall Statistics

- Total Applicants: 312 students

- Offers Received: 271 students

- Success Rate: 87%

- Oxford: 143 offers

- Cambridge: 128 offers

Subject Breakdown

STEM Subjects (89% success rate)

  • Mathematics: 94% (47/50)
  • Computer Science: 91% (30/33)
  • Engineering: 88% (28/32)
  • Natural Sciences: 86% (38/44)
  • Medicine: 82% (23/28)
  • Humanities (85% success rate)

  • PPE: 88% (22/25)
  • History: 86% (19/22)
  • English: 84% (21/25)
  • Law: 83% (20/24)
  • Social Sciences (84% success rate)

  • Economics: 87% (20/23)
  • Psychology: 83% (15/18)
  • Geography: 82% (14/17)
  • What Made the Difference

    1. Comprehensive Preparation

    Our students averaged:

  • 50+ hours of interview practice
  • 20+ mock interviews
  • 200+ practice problems
  • 10+ personal statement revisions
  • 2. Expert Guidance

  • 150+ specialist tutors
  • All Oxbridge alumni
  • Subject-specific expertise
  • Current knowledge of admissions
  • 3. Technology Advantage

  • AI-powered practice tools
  • Adaptive learning algorithms
  • Performance analytics
  • 24/7 accessibility
  • Student Testimonials

    "Arc's systematic approach took the mystery out of Oxbridge applications." - James, Engineering, Cambridge
    "The mock interviews were harder than the real thing – I felt over-prepared!" - Aria, PPE, Oxford
    "Having mentors who'd been through the process recently was invaluable." - Priya, Medicine, Oxford

    Regional Success

    International Students: 83% success rate

  • Singapore: 89%
  • Hong Kong: 87%
  • India: 85%
  • USA: 82%
  • UK Regions:

  • London: 88%
  • South East: 87%
  • North West: 86%
  • Scotland: 85%
  • Key Insights

    What Successful Applicants Did Differently

    1. Started Early: Average preparation time of 6 months

    2. Consistent Practice: Daily engagement with platform

    3. Sought Feedback: Actively used mentor support

    4. Mock Interviews: Averaged 20+ practice sessions

    Areas of Improvement

    Students who succeeded typically improved:

  • Interview confidence by 85%
  • Problem-solving speed by 60%
  • Subject knowledge depth by 70%
  • Communication clarity by 75%
  • Looking Ahead

    As we celebrate this year's success, we're already preparing for 2025:

  • Enhanced AI interview simulator
  • Expanded tutor network
  • New subject-specific resources
  • Earlier preparation programs
  • Join Our Success Story

    These results demonstrate what's possible with the right preparation and support. Whether you're just starting to consider Oxbridge or actively preparing your application, Arc provides the tools and expertise you need.

    *Ready to be part of our next success story? [Start your journey today](#)*

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