For thousands of learners across Scotland, as well as their parents, families and teachers, the anxious wait is over - exam results are in. A record number of Scottish students have secured places at Scottish universities this year according to Ucas.
The acceptance rate has increased by 7 per cent to a new high of 31,220.
On top of this the number of students from the most deprived areas going to university has also hit a new high, with a 12 per cent increase in acceptances to all UK universities from the 20 per cent most deprived Scottish areas. This is up 540 from a record 5,080 last year.
And overall acceptances to Scottish institutions is 35,930, an increase of 1,910 (6 per cent) on last year.
Here is the nine best pictures as pupils reacted to receiving their results across Scotland, as selected by The Scotsman.
5. Williamwood High
A member of the Junior GB track cycling squad, Erin Boothman is aiming for the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 and also landed top results in her Highers. Erin gained 5 Highers 4As and 1B | Jeff Holmes
6. Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth celebrates with students
Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth celebrates with students at Madras College in St Andrews, Fife | Jane Barlow/PA Wire
7. Williamwood High
Jessica Spence juggled her commitments to ballroom dancing, where she took part in World Championships, to deliver outstanding National 5 results. Jessica gained 8 National 5s 7As and 1B | Jeff Holmes
8. Barrhead High
Two-time world kickboxing champion Lauren Kee has secured 5 Highers despite sitting exams whilst abroad competing | Jeff Holmes