Corpus Christi College

Quick facts

• Medium college
• Approx 320 undergraduates
• Approx 195 postgraduates
• Typical offer rate: 25%
• Typical acceptance rate: 16%

Reputation

Academically strong and regularly high on the Tompkins Table. Known for punching above its weight in sport, hosting an annual challenge against Corpus Christi Oxford. Popular Saturday brunch is a college institution. Broad Humanities and STEM course range.

Famous alumni

Christopher Marlowe, Helen Oyeyemi, Kevin McCloud

Atmosphere

Academic; regularly high on Tompkins Table; punches above weight in sport

Location

Central

Sports

Very competitive; netball, lacrosse, football, rowing, tennis; annual Corpus Challenge vs Oxford's Corpus

Dining

Popular Saturday brunch; diverse menus; Formal Hall twice weekly

Accommodation guarantee

Close to all main college facilities