University of Oxford
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University of Oxford is in Oxford, United Kingdom. Tuition for international students: £43,600–£65,250 (≈ US$57,800–86,500) per year (2026-27 figure). Standard entry requirements: A-levels AAA; IB Diploma 38 including core points (with at least 6,6,6, at HL); IB Diploma 38 points in total, including core points, with 6 or 7 at Higher Level (HL). Language: IELTS 7, TOEFL iBT 110. Scholarships: 2 from the university.
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition £43,600 per year (≈ US$57,800) (varies by programme) |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. No named scholarship is confirmed open to international students yet. |
| Chances of admission | A-levels: AAA. IB Diploma: 38 including core points (with at least 6,6,6, at HL). Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ Reference: A-level grades A*A*A (typical offer, Chemistry). English minimum: IELTS 7, TOEFL 110, PTE 69. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: Oct 15 (UCAS early deadline) |
| Where and how students live | Oxford · 62 km from LTN 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). · 90% of graduates employed or studying (2022-23) · 25% go on to further study (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.
Financial aid & requirements for international students
| Merit scholarships | Yes — international students can receive merit scholarships (reference)Sources (2)“This scheme is only suitable for candidates who have received an offer and who are of the highest academic ability. Financial need, social commitment and lack of ability to study for a degree in their own country are also major criteria for selection.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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| English proficiency | English proficiency test required for non-native speakers
Sources (7)“As well as meeting our academic requirements for undergraduate study, international applicants must also ensure they meet any relevant English language and visa requirements.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“If you are offered a place, you will need to show the correct level of proficiency by 31 July in the year you receive your offer.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Overall score: 110, with minimum component scores of at least: Listening: 22, Reading: 24, Speaking: 25, Writing: 24.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“TOEFL tests taken on or after 21 January 2026 will not be accepted.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“IELTS Academic Overall score: 7.0, with minimum component scores of at least 6.5.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“We will accept the following English language tests and scores for your 2026 entry:”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Overall score: 69, with no score below 62 in any component.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Degree programmes taught in English | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| The college's own entrance examination | YesSources (2)“Some Oxford courses require an admissions test as part of the assessment process.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Check whether your course has an admissions test”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
Scholarships for first-year students
Reach Oxford Scholarship
- Deadline: Jan 26
Sources (4)
“Level of study: Undergraduate Year of study: New students”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Duration: 3 or 4 years depending on course length Value: Course fees, a grant for living costs and one return air fare per year Number: Around 2-3 awards per year”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“This scheme is only suitable for candidates who have received an offer and who are of the highest academic ability. Financial need, social commitment and lack of ability to study for a degree in their own country are also major criteria for selection.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“For 2027 entry applicants who apply by the 26 January 2027 scholarship deadline, the selection process will be undertaken in April 2027.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Simon and June Li Undergraduate Scholarship
- Number of awards: 1
- Financial need: Required
- Deadline: Jan 26
Sources (4)
“Level of study: Undergraduate Year of study: New students”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Value: Course fees and a grant towards living costs”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“For 2027 entry applicants who apply by the 26 January 2027 scholarship deadline, the selection process will be undertaken in April 2027.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Chemistry · 4 years Source (2)“C Chemistry Classical Archaeology and Ancient History Classics Classics and Asian and Middle Eastern Studies Classics and English Classics and Modern Languages Computer Science Computer Science and Philosophy”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“An enthusiasm for chemistry and the motivation to pursue an academically demanding four-year course”www.chem.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Computer Science Source (1)“C Chemistry Classical Archaeology and Ancient History Classics Classics and Asian and Middle Eastern Studies Classics and English Classics and Modern Languages Computer Science Computer Science and Philosophy”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Economics and Management Source (1)“E Earth Sciences (Geology) Economics and Management Engineering Science English Language and Literature English and Modern Languages European and Middle Eastern Languages”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11English Language and Literature Source (1)“E Earth Sciences (Geology) Economics and Management Engineering Science English Language and Literature English and Modern Languages European and Middle Eastern Languages”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11History Source (1)“H History History (Ancient and Modern) History and Economics History and English History and Modern Languages History and Politics History of Art Human Sciences”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Law (Jurisprudence) · 3 years (reference) Source (2)“L Law (Jurisprudence) M Materials Science Mathematics / Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics and Computer Science Mathematics and Philosophy Medicine Medicine (graduate entry) Modern Languages Modern Languages and Linguistics Music”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Law (Jurisprudence); (BA equivalent to LLB) (three-year course) or (BA equivalent to LLB) (four-year course with year abroad)”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Mathematics (BA) · 3 years Source (2)“L Law (Jurisprudence) M Materials Science Mathematics / Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics and Computer Science Mathematics and Philosophy Medicine Medicine (graduate entry) Modern Languages Modern Languages and Linguistics Music”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Mathematics (BA) (three-year course); (MMath) (four-year course)”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Mathematics (MMath) · 4 years Source (2)“L Law (Jurisprudence) M Materials Science Mathematics / Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics and Computer Science Mathematics and Philosophy Medicine Medicine (graduate entry) Modern Languages Modern Languages and Linguistics Music”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Mathematics (BA) (three-year course); (MMath) (four-year course)”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Medicine · 6 years Source (2)“L Law (Jurisprudence) M Materials Science Mathematics / Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics and Computer Science Mathematics and Philosophy Medicine Medicine (graduate entry) Modern Languages Modern Languages and Linguistics Music”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Medicine (BA) (three-year course); (BM BCh) (six-year course)”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Modern Languages and Linguistics · 4 years Source (2)“L Law (Jurisprudence) M Materials Science Mathematics / Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics and Computer Science Mathematics and Philosophy Medicine Medicine (graduate entry) Modern Languages Modern Languages and Linguistics Music”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Modern Languages and Linguistics (BA) (four-year course with a year abroad)”assets-oxweb-stage.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) Source (1)“P Philosophy and Modern Languages Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) Philosophy and Theology Physics Physics and Philosophy Psychology (Experimental) Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Physics Source (1)“P Philosophy and Modern Languages Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) Philosophy and Theology Physics Physics and Philosophy Psychology (Experimental) Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 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) | Chemistry: A-level grades A*A*A — typical offer Source (2)“Three A-levels are required, which must include Chemistry and Mathematics. The standard conditional offer at present is A*A*A.”www.chem.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Both A* should be in science or maths subjects.”www.chem.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Chemistry: IB Diploma points 40 — typical offer Source (1)“International Baccalaureate: 40 (including core points). For applicants offering HL Mathematics: 766 at HL with 7 in HL Chemistry and 6 in HL Mathematics.”www.chem.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Interview | Required Source (2)“Shortlisted applicants will be invited to online interviews in December 2026.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“If shortlisted, prepare for and attend your online interviews in December”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required (reference) Source (2)“As well as meeting our academic requirements for undergraduate study, international applicants must also ensure they meet any relevant English language and visa requirements.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“If you are offered a place, you will need to show the correct level of proficiency by 31 July in the year you receive your offer.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (2)“An application to Oxford will include: GCSE and predicted A level grades (or equivalent) A personal statement A teacher's reference”www.jesus.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“This is where you can write whatever you'd like to say about yourself and your motivation to study your course.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Teacher recommendation: Required Source (2)“A reference from a teacher or someone else who is qualified to comment on your academic ability is an essential part of your UCAS application. Your application will be incomplete without a reference and we will not be able to consider it.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“An application to Oxford will include: GCSE and predicted A level grades (or equivalent) A personal statement A teacher's reference”www.jesus.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
Deadlines (September 2027 entry)
| UCAS early deadline — Application — September intake | Oct 15 (reference)Source (2)“The deadline for 2027-entry undergraduate applicants was 6pm (UK time) on Thursday 15 October 2026.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Remember the UCAS deadline is 6pm (UK time) on 15 October - this is earlier than most other universities”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 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 | Law (Jurisprudence): £43,600 per year (≈ US$57,800) (2026–27 figure) Mathematics: £47,570 per year (≈ US$63,100) (2026–27 figure) Medicine: £49,400 per year (≈ US$65,500) (2026–27 figure) Medicine (clinical years 4–6): £65,250 per year (≈ US$86,500) (2026–27 figure) Modern Languages and Linguistics: £43,600 per year (≈ US$57,800) (2026–27 figure) |
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| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | £1,405–£2,105 per month (≈ US$1,900–2,800) (2026–27 figure) |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| 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 (15)
“These annual fees in 2026/27 are for full-time students who begin this undergraduate course here in 2026.”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Fee status 2026/27 Home £9,790 Overseas £43,600”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“These annual fees in 2026/27 are for full-time students who begin this undergraduate course here in 2026.”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Fee status 2026/27 Home £9,790 Overseas £47,570”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“These annual fees in 2026/27 are for full-time students who begin this undergraduate course here in 2026.”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Fee status Course fees in 2026/7 Home £9,790 Overseas £49,400”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Pre-clinical fees are charged in years 1, 2 and 3. Fees for the later years have not yet been confirmed but please note that these may be different from the pre-clinical fees. Clinical fees are charged in years 4 to 6.”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Fee status Clinical annual course fees”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Overseas £65,250”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“These annual fees in 2026-27 are for full-time students who begin this undergraduate course here in 2026.”assets-oxweb-stage.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Fees status 2026-27 Home £9,790 Overseas £43,600”assets-oxweb-stage.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Living costs for the academic year starting in 2026 are estimated to be between £1,405 and £2,105 for each month you are in Oxford.”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Total £1,405 £2,105 £12,645 £18,945”assets-oxweb.admin.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 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 Source (1)“Undergraduate students are guaranteed college accommodation in their first year.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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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)“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 20 government rule Source (1)“- part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week)”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 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)“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Graduates employed or in further study (college survey) | 90% (2022–23 figure) (reference) Source (2)“For undergraduates, around 9 in 10 are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“The latest results from the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) of 2022-2023 leavers paint a clear and reassuring picture: most students move quickly into work, further study, or other meaningful next steps, and they do so at rates that compare very strongly with other leading universities.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Graduates going on to further study (college survey) | 25% (2022–23 figure) Source (2)“The latest results from the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) of 2022-2023 leavers paint a clear and reassuring picture”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Around 25% of undergraduates go on to postgraduate study, which is one of the highest rates in the Russell Group.”www.ox.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
Location
| City / state | Oxford |
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| Nearest major airport | London Luton Airport (LTN), about 62 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q34433 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).