Quick Summary
University of Cambridge, in Cambridge, United Kingdom, is a public research university that has shaped higher education since 1209. Ranked #5 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 24270 students including 39% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Arts and Humanities, Engineering and Technology, Life Sciences and Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 16%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Cambridge offers a unique collegiate system, world-leading research facilities, and the supervision system which provides personalized small-group teaching.
Subject Strengths
Arts and HumanitiesEngineering and TechnologyLife Sciences and MedicineNatural SciencesSocial Sciences and ManagementMathematicsLawComputer Science
Founded1209
TypePublic Research University
Total Students24270
Intl Students39%
Faculty Ratio11
CampusCollegiate / Urban
Campus Size700 acres
Affiliated HospitalsAddenbrooke's Hospital,Royal Papworth Hospital,Rosie Hospital
AccreditationRoyal Charter
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#5
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#5
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#4
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Postgraduate Taught,Postgraduate Research,Doctoral Programs,Continuing Education
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Cavendish Laboratory,Cambridge Institute for Medical Research,Isaac Newton Institute,Gurdon Institute
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Royal Charter
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate16%
IELTS7.5
TOEFL110
Min GPA3.7
GRERequired for some postgraduate courses
GMATRequired for MBA and Finance programs
SAT1460
ACT32
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · October 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on extreme academic depth, demonstrate super-curricular engagement, and prepare rigorously for the subject-specific interviews and admissions assessments.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Pound Sterling
UG Tuition
£33,000/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£14,500/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£30,000/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$75
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£47,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyLimited
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Postgraduate Taught,Postgraduate Research,Doctoral Programs,Continuing Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Sciences | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Economics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mathematics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$65,000
Average Salary After Graduation
93%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementVery High
Industry Connections
Silicon FenAstraZenecaMicrosoft ResearchARM Holdings
Notable Alumni
Isaac Newton,Charles Darwin,Stephen Hawking,Alan Turing,Francis Crick
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports Centre,Fenner's Cricket Ground,College Boat Houses
Student Clubs
Cambridge Union,Footlights,Cambridge University ADC,CU Boat Club
Library Resources
Cambridge University Library (Legal Deposit Library) and over 100 faculty and college libraries.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available