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University of Cambridge

Cambridge, United Kingdom

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Quick facts

World rank
Unranked
Acceptance rate
23%
Students
24,000
International students
12%
Institution type
Public
Founded
1209

Overview

Founded in 1209, the University of Cambridge is one of the world's oldest and most prestigious research universities, located in Cambridge, England. The university comprises 31 Colleges, 6 Schools and over 150 Faculties and Departments, with more than 24,000 students from over 140 countries. Cambridge's distinctive collegiate system places every student in a College, providing a close-knit academic community alongside the wider university. The university's renowned supervision teaching system — small-group tutorials with expert academics — is central to the Cambridge experience. Cambridge offers over 30 undergraduate courses covering more than 65 subject areas, as well as a wide range of postgraduate programmes including PhDs, MPhils, MBAs and specialist master's degrees. The university has a strong record of research excellence and graduate employability, with 89% of responding graduates in work or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022-23). Students have access to over 100 libraries including the University Library holding 9 million items, 9 specialist museums and collections, world-class sports and cultural facilities, and more than 70 sports clubs and societies.

Fields of study

  • Natural Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Economics
  • Law
  • Medicine
  • History
  • Architecture
  • Philosophy
  • Linguistics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biological Sciences
  • Geography
  • Archaeology
  • Education
  • Music
  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Theology and Religion
  • Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
  • Human Social and Political Sciences
  • Design
  • Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
  • Anglo-Saxon Norse and Celtic
  • History of Art
  • Classics

Admissions requirements

IELTS (minimum)
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TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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GPA (minimum)
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Intakes
Michaelmas 2026, Michaelmas 2027
Application deadlines
Varies by program
Rolling admissions
No
Admissions contact
admissions@cam.ac.uk

Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.

Tuition & costs

International students

£20,000 – £38,000 / year

From about $25,400 / year

Domestic students

£9,535 – £10,050 / year

Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.

Programs

Programs offered by University of Cambridge
ProgramLevelDurationTuitionDeadlineIntakes
Architecture, BA (Hons) and MArch (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's—VariesOct 15, 2026October
Computer Science, BA (Hons) and MEng (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's—VariesOct 15, 2026October
Economics, BA (Hons) (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's—VariesOct 15, 2026October
Education, BA (Hons) (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's3 yearsVariesOct 15, 2026October
Engineering, BA (Hons) and MEng (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's—VariesOct 15, 2026October
Law, BA (Hons) (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's—VariesOct 15, 2026October
Medicine (Graduate Course), MB and BChir (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's4 yearsVariesOct 15, 2026October
Medicine, MB and BChir (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's6 yearsVariesOct 15, 2026October

Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.