The University of Cambridge is a public collegiate research university in Cambridge, England. Founded in 1209 and granted a royal charter by Henry III in 1231, Cambridge is the world's third oldest surviving university and … See more

Buildings
The university occupies a central location within the city of Cambridge with the students taking up … See more

Cambridge is defined as a collegiate university, meaning that it is made up of self-governing and independent colleges, each with its own property and income. Most colleges bring together academics and students from a broad range of disciplines. Within … See more

Over the course of a history now exceeding 800 years, a number of University of Cambridge alumni and faculty have emerged as trailblazing thought leaders, innovators, and historical icons in their respective fields. As of 2020, 121 affiliates of the … See more

Founding
Prior to the founding of the University of Cambridge in 1209, Cambridge and the area surrounding it already had developed a scholarly and ecclesiastical reputation, due largely to the intellectual reputation and contribution of … See more

Admissions
Process
Admission to the University of Cambridge is competitive: in … See more

Formal halls and May balls
One privilege of student life at Cambridge is the opportunity to attend formal dinners at a student's respective college, known as Formal Hall and … See more