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Lucy Cavendish College

Cambridge

Founded 1965

Quick facts

Reputation

Formerly a women's-only mature college, now open to all since 2021. Known for welcoming women and international students. Accommodation kitchens have hobs, ovens and freezers — exceptionally rare at Oxbridge. All-year accommodation. Slightly out of the city centre.

Famous alumni
Noeleen Heyzer, Rosena Allin-Khan

Atmosphere

Welcoming for women and international students; relaxed; slightly out of centre
Location
Out of centre
Sports
Art society, boat club, two choirs, sewing and knitting, student magazine, badminton, football, netball
Dining
Nice food; vegetarian options; rare hobs/ovens/freezers in accommodation kitchens
Accommodation guarantee
All years
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