The National American Students Conference 2026

Different universities. Shared experiences. One national community. Join us at International Students House in central London for the launch of ASAN-UK and the first national gathering of American students from across the UK.

Date

Sunday 8 February 2026

Time

10:00am - 8:00pm

Venue

229 Great Portland Street London W1W 5PN

Who's it for?

American students and alumni in the UK

About the Event

Discover the stories connecting Britain and America, explore postgraduate opportunities with around 20 UK universities, and meet fellow Americans making their own lives here. With keynote speakers, complimentary daytime refreshments and lunch, and an evening celebration, there’s plenty of time to learn something new and get to know each other.

We’ll also launch our TikTok competition, with a trip to Europe as the first prize. And for anyone keeping the celebrations going, there’s an optional late-night Super Bowl watch party at Belushi’s London Bridge.

Attendance is free for ASAN-UK members, with limited places allocated through a ballot. Applications close on 6 February 2026.

Organised by UK College Admissions, with breakfast sponsored by the University of Westminster and lunch sponsored by Regent’s University London.

What to expect

Inspiring keynote speakers

Explore more than 400 years of transatlantic connections and hear a personal perspective on building a career across borders.

Find your community

Connect with American students from universities across the UK, swap stories and make new friends.

Food, conversation and celebration

Enjoy complimentary daytime refreshments and lunch, followed by an evening of music, games and conversation.

TikTok competition launch

Discover our new TikTok competition, with a trip to Europe up for grabs as the first prize.

Super Bowl afterparty

Keep the evening going with an optional watch party at Belushi’s London Bridge, starting at 11pm.