University of Cambridge
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University of Cambridge is in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Tuition for international students: £30,798–£70,554 (≈ US$40,800–93,500) per year (2027-28 figure). Standard entry requirements: A-levels A*AA or A*A*A, depending on course; IB Diploma 41-42 points, with 776 at Higher Level. Language: IELTS 7.5. Applying: application fee £60. Scholarships: 3 from the university.
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Les étudiants internationaux doivent aussi prévoir un budget pour l'assurance santé, le visa et les frais de voyage, qui ne figurent pas ici.
Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition £40,296 per year (≈ US$53,400) (varies by programme) |
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| Money from the college | 2 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students; the college does not publish amounts. Prince Philip Scholarship: only for students from R.A.S. chinoise de Hong Kong. |
| Chances of admission | A-levels: A*AA or A*A*A, depending on course. IB Diploma: 41-42 points, with 776 at Higher Level. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ Reference: A-level grades A*AA (lowest offer last intake, Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion). English minimum: IELTS 7.5. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: 15 oct. (UCAS early deadline) |
| Where and how students live | Cambridge · 37 km from STN airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Guaranteed |
| Working while studying | Degree-level full-time students at a higher education provider with a track record of compliance may work part-time in term-time (max 20 hours a week) and full-time during vacations. |
| After graduation | Graduate visa: 2 years if applying on or before 31 December 2026; 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027 (3 years for PhD/doctoral). · 89% of graduates employed or studying (2022-23) |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Aide financière et conditions pour les étudiants internationaux
| Bourses au mérite | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
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| Niveau d'anglais | Test d'anglais obligatoire, sauf dispense
Sources (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “If you're not from a majority English speaking country (as defined by the UK Home Office), your English language skills must be good enough for you to: - take part in an academic interview - study a Cambridge course that is taught and examined in English”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“IELTS Academic – normally a minimum overall grade of 7.5, usually with 7.0 or above in each element”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Degree programmes taught in English | YesSources (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “study a Cambridge course that is taught and examined in English”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| The college's own entrance examination | YesSources (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Many applicants need to take a written or verbal test as part of their Cambridge application.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“If you're applying for 2027 entry, you may need to take a pre-registration test or a College assessment.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
Bourses pour les étudiants de première année
Cambridge Trust
- Who can receive it: Étudiants internationaux uniquement
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (3)
“The Cambridge Trust offers awards to overseas students, including affiliated students, who have been accepted for admission by a Cambridge College.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“You cannot apply for funding through the Trust until you've been offered a place at one of the Colleges.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“All awards are means-tested.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11College awards
- Who can receive it: Étudiants internationaux uniquement
Sources (1)
“Some Colleges offer partial financial support for overseas students.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11Prince Philip Scholarship
- Who can receive it: Students from R.A.S. chinoise de Hong Kong
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (2)
“If you're a permanent resident of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region applying for a first degree at Cambridge, you're eligible to apply. The Scholarship offers cash awards and means-tested support for tuition fees and maintenance (living costs).”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“To apply for the Prince Philip Scholarship, you need to send your application at the same time as you submit your application to Cambridge.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Architecture, BA (Hons) and MArch Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Architecture, BA (Hons) and MArch”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11Computer Science, BA (Hons) and MEng Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Computer Science, BA (Hons) and MEng”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11Economics, BA (Hons) Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Economics, BA (Hons)”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11Engineering, BA (Hons) and MEng · 4 years Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “The 4-year course is accredited by the Engineering Council and by all the major institutions.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11Mathematics, BA (Hons) and MMath · 3 years (reference) Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “If you graduate after three years, you receive the BA degree.”www.maths.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“The undergraduate course, called the Mathematical Tripos, is a three-year or a four-year course.”www.maths.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11Medicine, MB and BChir Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Medicine, MB and BChir”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11Natural Sciences, BA (Hons) and MSci Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Natural Sciences, BA (Hons) and MSci”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion, BA (Hons) · 3 years Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Year 1 (Part I)”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“Year 3 (Part IIB)”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Entry score guide (reference, not a minimum) | Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion: A-level grades A*AA — lowest offer last intake Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Minimum offer level”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“A level: A*AA”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion: IB Diploma points 41-42 points, with 776 at Higher Level — lowest offer last intake Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Minimum offer level”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“IB: 41-42 points, with 776 at Higher Level”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| Application fee | £60 one-time (≈ US$80) Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Most international applicants* are required to pay an application fee of £60.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| Interview | Required Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “everyone who is made an offer will have been interviewed.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“If you do not attend your interview, you will not be considered for a place at Cambridge.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| Application requirement | Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “You will need to write a personal statement as part of your UCAS application.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11Teacher recommendation: Required Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Your school or college will need to submit a reference for you.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“If you submit your application without a reference from your school or college, your application will not be considered.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
Deadlines (September 2027 entry)
| UCAS early deadline — Application | 15 oct.Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “For most applicants, the deadline for 2027 entry (or deferred entry in 2028) will be 15 October 2026 (6pm UK time).”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
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Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | Architecture: £40,296 per year (≈ US$53,400) (2027–28 figure) Computer Science: £46,872 per year (≈ US$62,100) (2027–28 figure) Economics: £30,798 per year (≈ US$40,800) (2027–28 figure) Engineering: £46,872 per year (≈ US$62,100) (2027–28 figure) Mathematics: £34,356 per year (≈ US$45,500) (2027–28 figure) Medicine: £70,554 per year (≈ US$93,500) (2027–28 figure) Natural Sciences: £46,872 per year (≈ US$62,100) (2027–28 figure) |
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| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | £11,970 per year (≈ US$15,900) (2027–28 figure) |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Health insurance rule for the student visa | Student visa applicants must pay the immigration healthcare surcharge as part of the visa application; the amount depends on visa length. |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | £1,171–£1,529 per month (≈ US$1,600–2,000) (reference) |
Sources (14)
“This document applies if you intend to apply to Cambridge to start your studies in 2027-28.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“B.A. Degree Home Students [2] International Students [3]”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“Architecture [1] 10,050 40,296”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“Computer Science [1] 10,050 46,872”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“Economics 10,050 30,798”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“Undergraduate tuition fees 2027-28”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“Engineering [1] 10,050 46,872”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“Mathematics [1] 10,050 34,356”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“Medicine 10,050 70,554”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“Natural Sciences [1] 10,050 46,872”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“For 9 months, you should need around £11,970”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“Below you'll find indicative costs for 2027-28.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“You’ll also have to pay the healthcare surcharge as part of your application. How much you pay depends on how long your visa lasts.”www.gov.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“£1,529 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses in London £1,171 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London”www.gov.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-12; the college charges in its own currency.
Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Guaranteed (reference) Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Accommodation is guaranteed for 3 or 4 years for individual students without children.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“You don't need to apply for accommodation separately.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
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| Housing available during breaks | No Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “You will likely need to vacate your room over the summer vacation and sometimes between terms.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“Typically, you won't have to pay 12 months of rent per year. Our accommodation contracts are around 27 to 39 weeks.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Degree-level full-time students at a higher education provider with a track record of compliance may work part-time in term-time (max 20 hours a week) and full-time during vacations. government rule Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Full-time course at degree level or above Then the following work is permitted: - part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week) - full-time during vacations, including the period before the course starts”www.gov.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 20 government rule Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “- part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week)”www.gov.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Graduate visa: 2 years if applying on or before 31 December 2026; 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027 (3 years for PhD/doctoral). government rule Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “2 years if you apply on or before 31 December 2026 18 months if you apply on or after 1 January 2027 If you have a PhD or other doctoral qualification, it will last for 3 years.”www.gov.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| Accelerated bachelor's + master's programme | Yes Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “In Architecture, Design, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, Computer Science, Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mathematics, and Natural Sciences subjects, you may continue onto an advanced undergraduate degree leading to a Masters qualification (M.Arch, M.Des; M.Eng; M.Math; M.Sci).”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| Graduates employed or in further study (college survey) | 89% (2022–23 figure) (reference) Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “89% of our students who responded to the Graduate Outcomes Survey were in work or further study within 15 months of graduating.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“The Graduate Outcomes Survey records the outcomes of students who completed their studies between August 2022 and July 2023.”www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
Lieu
| City / state | Cambridge |
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| Nearest major airport | London Stansted Airport (STN), about 37 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q35794 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).