StateElevate
Our Mission
At StateElevate, we collaborate with state schools across the
Northeast of England to provide free one-to-one mentorship for
students in applying to competitive UK universities. We pair undergraduates from universities such as Oxford, LSE and Imperial with students from North East schools and colleges.
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North East of the UK historically has some of the lowest higher education application rates in the country, particularly for the most selective universities. Even at highly-ranked regional universities like Durham, only about 10% of students are from the North East, the lowest proportion of any UK institution.
Our main objective is to break down barriers for state school
students in the Northeast of England when applying to top
universities, to encourage ambition and to ensure that success is
measured by ability, not background.
Meet the Team
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Our Initiatives
Mentorship
Mentorship programs are designed to provide personalised advice and resources, helping students to navigate their academic journeys effectively. Students receive at least 3 rounds of 1-to-1 feedback on their personal statements, admissions test advice, and a mock interview.
Financial Support
In 2026-27, we will be providing various scholarships to fund students through their admissions tests. We understand finances can be daunting, and don't want that to be a barrier. We will also be introducing an 'Emergency Fund' for students needing support in funding travel to open days and technology difficulties.
Co-Founder Grace speaking on social mobility at the House of Lords, pictured with Lord Syed Kamall.
Outreach
We offer various events to connect students to relevant professional networks, including interactive Q&As with high level professionals. We hope to connect with local business to grow our organisation even further.
