University of Cambridge

Oxford and Cambridge, the UK's oldest and most renowned institutions, have a long history of rivalry stretching back over 800 years. When it comes to picking which institutions to apply to, candidates via the UK's Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) may only choose between Oxford and Cambridge, so making the proper choice is critical. Welcome to Oxford vs. Cambridge in the War of the Universities. A comparison between Oxford and Cambridge Oxford University Cambridge University Year Founded 1096 (unofficially) 1209 QS World University Ranking 5 7 International Students 8,442 7,925 Total Students 22,155 19,660 Student-Teacher Ratio 3:1 4:1 Number of Colleges 39 31 Tuition Fees £9,250 per year for UK & Ireland £26,770 - £37,510 per year for International £9,250 per year for UK & Ireland £22,227 - £33,825 per year for International Overview of Oxford vs. Cambridge Tuition & Scholarships The cost of attending Oxford is comparable to that of Cambridge, albeit Oxford is more costly for students from outside the United States. In any case, both institutions have less expensive tuition than American universities. Oxford offers more scholarship chances depending on where you're from, whereas Cambridge offers more financial aid if you have a handicap. Oxford University Cambridge University Tuition Cost Tuition £9,250 per year for UK & Ireland £26,770 - £37,510 per year for International (except medicine) £9,250 per year for UK & Ireland £22,227 - £33,825 per year for International (except medicine) Scholarships If you are a UK or EU student from a low-income family and need help with living costs, you can get an annual bursary from Oxford Support. Oxford also provides nine other scholarships, the majority of which are based on your city. Every year, Cambridge gives out about four different foreign undergraduate scholarships. These scholarships are based on a number of factors, such as where you were born, if you have a disability, and which college you've been accepted to. If you are from the UK or EU, there are four scholarship possibilities available as well as financial assistance. Academics Oxford University Cambridge