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Your community

All Oxford students form part of our inclusive and supportive community - while you study here and long after. Located in the heart of a beautiful city in the south-east of England, our University has connections with countries all over the world. Oxford colleges offer everyone a place to feel at home, as well as an inspiring learning environment. You will be part of a large world-famous university in a dynamic and thriving city, but also a warm and welcoming college community which really cares about your wellbeing. Our colleges make it easy to settle in, meet people, and make the most of your time in Oxford.

Oxford is...

Your college

One of the things that makes Oxford special is that all our students belong to a college. This gives the benefits of being part of a large university in a buzzing and student-focused city, but also a small and warm academic community to call home. 

Your city

Oxford is a lively city, full of students. 

College communities

Our colleges are at the heart of Oxford's reputation as one of the best universities in the world and make it a very special place to live and study. There is no central University campus. Oxford University is made up of over 30 colleges and halls spread across the city centre and beyond. 

College overview

Choosing Oxford

Sign up to our Choosing Oxford newsletter and visit our undergraduate admissions website for all the latest information about applying to Oxford.

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Open days

Our 2025 University-wide undergraduate Open Days will be held on 2 and 3 July and 19 September. Further information will be published on our website in the build up.

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