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Somerville College

Oxford

Founded 1879

Quick facts

Reputation

One of Oxford's most famous women's colleges, now co-educational. Known for its very relaxed and liberal atmosphere, civil rights ethos and large quad where students gather in summer. Three meals a day and a lovely terrace bar.

Academic strengths
Humanities, STEM, Arts
Famous alumni
Margaret Thatcher, Indira Gandhi, Dorothy Hodgkin

Atmosphere

Very relaxed and liberal; strong civil rights ethos; famous women's college (now co-ed)
Location
Near centre
Sports
Variety of sports teams; croquet club; relaxed atmosphere on large grass quad
Dining
Three meals a day during the week, £4 for full meal; some meat-free days
Bar
The Terrace with indoor and outdoor seating, pool table, local beers
Accommodation guarantee
All undergraduates
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