Magdalene College

Quick facts

• Medium college
• Approx 370 undergraduates
• Approx 200 postgraduates
• Typical offer rate: 21%
• Typical acceptance rate: 17%

Reputation

Famous for housing Samuel Pepys's library and papers. Known for iconic architecture and candlelit Formal Hall in a 16th-century setting for £6.50. Was the last all-male college in Cambridge. Good food and popular weekend brunch.

Famous alumni

Samuel Pepys, Monty Don, Stella Creasy

Atmosphere

Famous for Pepys Library; last all-male college; iconic architecture

Location

Central

Sports

Shares outdoor facilities with St John's (large playing field and AstroTurf); music and drama facilities

Dining

Good food with 3+ options including vegetarian/vegan; popular weekend brunch; Formal Hall candlelit 16th-century hall for £6.50

Accommodation guarantee

All 3-4 years