Emmanuel College

Quick facts

• Large college
• Approx 515 undergraduates
• Approx 225 postgraduates
• Typical offer rate: 17%
• Typical acceptance rate: 14%

Reputation

High on the Tompkins Table and fairly formal with gowns, Latin Grace and a high table. But also home to a lido — one of Cambridge's most distinctive features. One of the last student-run bars with cheap prices. Sports ground close by and a croquet lawn in Easter term.

Famous alumni

John Harvard, Jonathan Swift, Richard Attenborough

Atmosphere

Formal but with a lido; gowns at Formals; Latin Grace; high on Tompkins Table

Location

Central

Sports

Tennis courts, croquet lawn (Easter term), lido; sports ground nearby

Dining

Decent food; great for birthday Formals; Latin Grace; gowns required

Bar

One of last student-run bars in Cambridge; among cheapest prices

Accommodation guarantee

First year