St Hugh's College
St Hugh's is renowned for its friendly and informal atmosphere, and this may be linked to the fact that the student community is made up of equal numbers of graduates and undergraduates.
St Hugh's College. Credit: Oxford University Images / Undergraduate Admissions and Outreach
About the college
The college is committed to promoting a culture of research and intellectual engagement (academic lectures are held each term, and the MCR hosts ‘St Hugh’s Spotlight’ research evenings) and is able to consider applications for programmes in most fields. A College Advisor is assigned to each graduate student; these senior members of college can be consulted on academic or personal matters.
St Hugh’s has a beautiful 14-acre site, and is fortunate enough to boast some of the largest gardens in Oxford, a tranquil setting, earning it the name ‘the island site’.
Through membership of the Middle Common Room (MCR), graduate students are involved in all aspects of college life at St Hugh’s, with its students known to be some of the most friendly and approachable. The MCR hosts a range of social, academic, sporting, and welfare events throughout term, creating a space where community and individuals can thrive.
Key facts
College tour
Facilities
Accommodation and meals
Courses
For entry in 2027-28
Location
St Hugh’s College is situated approximately 1.6 kms (one mile) from the city centre, close to the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter and the University's Science Area. Its fourteen-acre site contains spacious and beautiful gardens, one of the hidden delights of Oxford.
