Hughes Hall

Quick facts

• Mature students only
• Medium college
• Approx 180 undergraduates
• Approx 760 postgraduates
• Typical offer rate: 31%
• Typical acceptance rate: 23%

Reputation

A mature college (21+) with strengths in Engineering, Mathematics, Business & Economics, Education and Law. About half of graduates here work on doctoral research. Popular bar with Friday and Saturday bops. Known for lively debates and a strong intellectual community.

Academic strengths

Engineering, Mathematics, Business & Economics, Education, Law

Famous alumni

Annette Brooke, Tom Ransley, Alan Leong

Atmosphere

Mature students; lively debates; good community; many doctoral researchers

Location

Central

Sports

Large number of sportspeople; option for competitive or recreational; sometimes crew in Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race

Dining

Formal Hall decent; general college food varies in quality

Bar

Very popular; MCR themed bops on Friday and Saturday nights

Accommodation guarantee

Varies