St Hugh's College
About the college
Known for its extensive, tranquil gardens, St Hugh’s is one of the largest colleges in Oxford.
Founded in 1886, St Hugh’s was established to offer an Oxford education to women who could not afford the fees of the University at the time. The College now accepts applications from all students, and retains a strong sense of its radical tradition and of the importance of opening Oxford to all who would do well here, welcoming people from every kind of background.
St Hugh’s offers accommodation (much of it ensuite) throughout an undergraduate’s course, along with a large, well-stocked college library and, unusually, a Bodleian Reading Room.
St Hugh’s also benefits from a range of catering options. In addition to the food provision in the dining hall, all rooms have access to a kitchen, and a café offers food throughout the day and a modern space in which to work. The College is a supportive environment; funds are available to address unforeseen financial hardship. There is a gym, and student-run bar, and the chapel and separate multi-faith prayer room are open to all college members, regardless of belief.
Read more on the college website.
St Hugh’s is...
'…a welcoming community; St Hugh’s is a large and diverse college; you get to know people from different courses and years really quickly!'
Joe
'…having 24/7 access to one of the largest college libraries in Oxford as well as a bit of the Bod, and plenty of places to study.'
Michael
'…having fantastic tutors – each has their own style, but tutorials are always really interesting– challenging, but not overwhelming.'
Curtis
'…a college full of smiles!'
Nana
Location
St Hugh’s College is about 12 minutes’ walk from the city centre: within easy reach of University departments and libraries, many of which are also slightly north of the centre. The college lodge can be found on St Margaret’s Road.
UCAS campus code: R
Oxford OX2 6LE
+44 (0) 1865 274900
www.st-hughs.ox.ac.ukFounded
1886
Student numbers
Undergraduates: 398
Graduates: 297
Admissions contacts
Admissions Coordinator: Jessie Judges +44 (0) 1865 274910
admissions@st-hughs.ox.ac.uk
Academic staff
Visit the college website for the full list
Our 2025 undergraduate Open Days will be held on 2 and 3 July and 19 September.
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