University of Cambridge
Cambridge, United Kingdom
About the University of Cambridge
The University of Cambridge is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world. It is located in the town of Cambridge — just an hour from the city of London. The university is a collegiate public research institution and home to more than 18,000 students and 9,000 staff. There are 31 colleges, some of which date back to the 13th century, and more than 100 academic departments.
A brief history
Founded in 1209, the University of Cambridge’s 800-year history makes it the fourth-oldest university in the world and the second-oldest university in the English-speaking world.
General information
Cambridge's 6 schools are spread across the university’s colleges: Arts and Humanities, Biological Sciences, Clinical Medicine, Humanities and Social Sciences, Physical Sciences and Technology.
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Quick facts about Cambridge
- Average undergrad degree: 3 years course specific
- Setting: Small city in county Cambridgeshire, UK
- Residential Status: Primarily on campus
- Number of Undergraduates: 12,350 (approx)
Cambridge by the Numbers
What is Cambridge's QS World University Ranking?
#7
How many colleges does Cambridge have?
31
What is Cambridge's student-faculty ratio?
12:1
What is the percentage of international students at Cambridge?
36%
What is the median starting salary of Cambridge graduates?
£27,000
What percentage of Cambridge students are male and what percentage are female?
52% male and 48% female
How hard is it to get into Cambridge?
While Cambridge’s overall acceptance rate is approximately 20%, for many courses the rate is much lower. Cambridge is one of the most competitive schools in the UK.
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