Connecting, Celebrating & Empowering America’s Students in the UK

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Upcoming Event

The National American Students Conference 2026

February 8th, 2026 — Superbowl Sunday
International Students House, Central London (Next to Regent's Park)

Theme: Building Bridges — The Transatlantic Connection

First national gathering of American students across the UK. Join 100+ US students from universities nationwide for an unforgettable day.

What's Included — All FREE:

🎤 Keynote Speakers

Prof Mark Horton (Archaeologist, Roanoke Colony expert)
Adam Frost (from Buffalo → Europe hospitality leader)

🎓 Postgraduate Fair
Meet ~20 UK universities to explore opportunities

🤝 Networking
Connect with 100+ American students from across the UK

🍕 Free Food & Drinks
All day, including evening celebration with subsidized bar

🎬 TikTok Competition Launch
First prize: Free trip to Europe

🏈 Superbowl Watch Party
11pm at Belushi's Sports Bar, London Bridge — reserved space + £1k open bar for ASAN-UK attendees

Final spaces available

Ballot closes: February 6th, 2026
Results announced: Ongoing

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Who We Are

A National Voice for Americans Studying in the UK

ASAN-UK, the American Students & Alumni Network UK, is the first national organisation connecting every American student and graduate across the United Kingdom.

Each year, thousands of US students come to the UK for world-class education, travel, and adventure, but until now, there hasn’t been a single place to bring them all together.

We exist to change that by building a welcoming, supportive, and inspiring community that celebrates the American experience in the UK and opens new doors for academic, social, and professional growth.

Join ASAN UK Today!

Why Join Asan UK?

Community & Connection

Meet other Americans across the UK and be part of a national network that feels like home.

Events & Experiences

Invites to ASAN-UK socials and meet-ups, plus the chance to attend the flagship 2026 National American Students Conference

Guidance & Opportunities

Explore postgraduate programs,
scholarship opportunities, career resources, and tailored advice for American students in the UK

Alumni
Network

Stay connected after graduation with a nationwide community of US alumni across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Meet your student representatives and find out how you can get involved

Your Reps

A Message From Our Chair

ASAN-UK was created with one clear purpose: to bring together every American student and alumnus studying across the UK, and to give you a genuine community, wherever you’ve landed on this side of the Atlantic.

After spending over a decade working across the United States, meeting thousands of families and students in more than 25 states, I’ve seen the enthusiasm Americans have for studying in the UK. I’ve also lived abroad myself, in Mexico & Argentina, so I understand the adventure and excitement of exploring a new culture. But I also remember the moments when you just want something familiar; something that feels like home.

Studying abroad can be transformative. The friendships, the independence, the confidence, the global perspective; these are experiences that last a lifetime. ASAN-UK exists to celebrate that journey, to help you connect with each other, and to make sure every American student has a place where they feel welcome and understood.

Whether you’re fully embracing British life or simply looking for a supportive community of fellow Americans alongside your UK experience, ASAN-UK is here for you. This is a student-led, student-driven network of Americans across the UK, a space to share stories, build friendships, support one another, and create new opportunities together.

We’re building something special: a national community bringing together Americans from London, to the Highlands of Scotland, from Belfast to Cardiff, and everywhere in between.

I can’t wait to meet many of you at the 2026 National American Students Conference!

Gary Coulter
Founder & Chair, ASAN-UK
Founder & Director, UK College Admissions Ltd
Long-suffering Cincinnati Bengals fan