Christ Church, University of Oxford
Oxford, United Kingdom
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- 20%
- Students
- 3,000
- International students
- 12%
- Institution type
- Private non-profit
- Founded
- 1546
Overview
Christ Church is one of the largest and most distinguished colleges of the University of Oxford, founded in 1546 by Henry VIII. It combines an undergraduate and graduate college with a Cathedral, offering tutorial-based teaching across most Oxford subjects. Known for its historic buildings including Tom Tower and Tom Quad, Christ Church provides accommodation, subsidised meals, a major library, Picture Gallery, and extensive welfare support.
Fields of study
- Ancient and Modern History
- Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Biomedical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Classical Archaeology and Ancient History
- Classics
- Computer Science
- Economics and Management
- Engineering Science
- English
- Fine Art
- Geography
- History
- History of Art
- Law
- Mathematics
- Medicine
- Modern Languages
- Music
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics
- Physics
- Psychology
- Theology and Religion
- Experimental Psychology
- Mathematics and Philosophy
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Philosophy and Theology
- Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics
- Religion and Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
- History and Politics
- History and Modern Languages
- English and Modern Languages
- Modern Languages and Linguistics
- Philosophy and Modern Languages
- Classics and Modern Languages
- Classics and Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Computer Science and Philosophy
Accreditation: University of Oxford / Office for Students (OfS)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- —
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- admissions@chch.ox.ac.uk
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
From about $12,764 / year
Domestic students
£10,050 / year
Home fee status undergraduates starting 2027: £10,050 per year (eligible for UK government tuition fee loan). Overseas/international fee status students are charged higher fees varying by course — see University course listings. Cost of living estimated at £1,405–£2,105 per month in 2026/27.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.