Wolfson College

Quick facts

• Mature students only
• Very large graduate college
• Approx 185 undergraduates
• Approx 930 postgraduates
• Typical offer rate: 30%
• Typical acceptance rate: 24%

Reputation

The last of Cambridge's mature colleges (21+) and known for having the most diverse, international and cosmopolitan student body. Primarily a postgraduate college with a select number of undergraduates. Modern en-suite accommodation. The garden is famous for exotic plants from around the globe.

Famous alumni

Letsie III of Lesotho, Carrie Lam, Susan Kiefel

Atmosphere

Most diverse and international; mature college; no chapel; famous exotic gardens

Location

Out of centre

Sports

Rugby, squash, rock climbing, public speaking; LGBTQ+ and BAME societies

Dining

Highly rated; no chapel

Bar

Recently refurbished; centre of college social life

Accommodation guarantee

Modern en-suite rooms on-site