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Despite #ResultsDay24 revealing widening disadvantage attainment gaps, 27,600 from the poorest backgrounds accepted a place in university - a new record and an increase of 7% compared to last year. Meanwhile, the overall share of acceptances at higher tariff universities has also gone up to 42.8%, from 40.1%. This is particularly impressive considering that pupils from state schools and more disadvantaged backgrounds face multiple hurdles in doing so, as explored in our recent ‘Double Disadvantage’ report. The report showed that unequal access to insights, information and support plays a crucial role in determining whether a talented young person will apply to a top university, and then succeed in their application. Disadvantaged young people often struggle with gaining access to this first-hand insight and information about requirements for a successful application. Whilst the increase in admissions is promising, we should be doing more to ensure students from all backgrounds have equal understanding of and access to whatever higher education path they embark on. Read the full 'Double Disadvantage' report 👉 https://bit.ly/49qbnYT #SpeakersforSchools #socialmobility #attainment #careerseducation #highereducation

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