University College

Quick facts

• Large college
• Approx 415 undergraduates
• Approx 245 postgraduates
• Typical offer rate: 16%
• Typical acceptance rate: 13%

Reputation

Claims to be Oxford's oldest college (disputed). Teaches most undergraduate courses. Accommodation guaranteed for all undergraduate years. Famous for its summer ball and annual toga party. Great High Street location and an iconic boathouse.

Famous alumni

C.S. Lewis, Percy Shelley, Stephen Hawking

Atmosphere

Claims oldest college; fantastic summer ball; great city access

Location

Near centre

Sports

Lawn tennis; iconic boathouse; strongly encourages sport for wellbeing

Dining

Formal Hall three times a week; Sunday free for choir

Bar

Famous toga party each year; three bops per term

Accommodation guarantee

All undergraduate years