St Hilda's College

Quick facts

• Large college
• Approx 405 undergraduates
• Approx 240 postgraduates
• Typical offer rate: 21%
• Typical acceptance rate: 17%

Reputation

Cheapest bar in Oxford at £1 a pint. One of only five colleges with fellows across all three PPL subjects — ideal for Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics applicants (though only 2 places a year). Last college to admit men in 2008. Unique round tables make Hall more sociable.

Academic strengths

Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics (PPL)

Famous alumni

Susanna Clarke, Zanny Minton Beddoes, Val McDermid

Atmosphere

Sociable with round tables; last college to admit men (2008)

Location

Near centre

Sports

Success in rowing and netball; men's football won cuppers

Dining

Shared kitchens; all rooms same price

Bar

Cheapest bar in Oxford; themed bops and wine and cheese nights

Accommodation guarantee

First and third years