Oxford is for you

I think the common denominator that I find at Oxford is the ability to think deeply... It's the ability to look at anything - whether it's a newspaper article, a piece of research or an object - and instinctively start considering the theory behind it, the potential impacts on a wider level, your own position and thoughts about it, what other people might think... It's the ability to absolutely refuse to take things at face value.

Hugh

 About you

• Do you love one of our courses?

• Are you on target to meet our admission requirements?

• Do you like the idea of personalised and interactive tutorial teaching?

• Do you recognise the following in yourself?

Which qualities are important in Oxford applicants? 

These are some of the qualities our students think are important in Oxford applicants:

• Enthusiasm - for your subject and life generally
• Positivity
• Curiosity
• Hard working
• Determination
• Self-motivation

If this sounds like you - please apply!

Astrophoria Foundation Year

We offer up to 50 fully funded places on our Astrophoria Foundation Year programme.

If you're a UK state school student with high academic potential and have experienced severe personal disadvantage or disruption to your education, you may be eligible to apply. 

Find out more about the Astrophoria Foundation Year. 

How can I find out more? 

If you're still not sure and would like to know more, then here are a few suggestions:

• Keep exploring our website
• Go to our outreach calendar to find out about all the events we run for prospective applicants both in Oxford and near you
• Come and visit - ideally during one of our University-wide Open Days.

As a care experienced student

Going to university can be daunting for everyone, and Oxford recognises there are specific issues that are more relevant to care leavers, and works tirelessly to support and mitigate these. The collegiate system also often means that college can feel like a family.

Bryony

The University of Oxford is committed to supporting students from care experienced backgrounds.

There are around 26,000 students from across the globe at Oxford, with an amazing range of backgrounds and interests, meaning that the only things that Oxford students have in common are academic ability and intellectual curiosity.

Please be assured that we will work with you to make sure you have the support you require, whether you are still considering university, already making your application, or just starting your studies.

When we say care experienced, we mean those who have spent any amount of time in the care of the local authority care, such as through foster care, children’s homes, or a supervision order, or who have spent time in kinship care.

We understand that the experiences and needs of care experienced students vary widely and are highly individual, and you may, therefore, have questions about your own unique circumstances.

Whether you are considering applying to Oxford yourself or supporting a care experienced young person who might be interested, please contact studentwelfare@admin.ox.ac.uk for confidential advice and guidance, including assistance in connecting with Oxford colleges or departments or arranging a visit to Oxford.