Undergraduate admissions and outreach

Do you love to question and have an appetite for knowledge? Do you consistently achieve top grades in your class? Are you looking for an exceptional education in an environment which values individuals for who they are? Oxford might be the place for you.

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Oxford spends around £8 million a year supporting students

Did you know around 1 in 4 UK/EU Oxford undergraduates currently receives a bursary?

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What’s it like at Oxford?

How will you make friends? Is there time for fun?

Course finder

2020 entry admissions timeline

Don't miss those deadlines! Make sure you are clear on each step of our admissions process.

Apply by 15 October

How you make a competitive application, including registering and preparing for admissions tests.

Courses

Explore all our courses in the subject areas which interest you.

Colleges

Discover the colleges which make Oxford a special place to live and study.

Student life

What is life as an Oxford student actually like?

International applications

'Oxford: a great group of interesting people who come from all over the world and yet can relate to each other easily.'

Fees and funding

Make sure you know what your degree will cost and find out all about the generous financial help available from the University and our colleges.

Open days

The 2019 Open Day dates have now been announced and will take place on Wednesday 3 July, Thursday 4 July and Friday 20 September.

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Events calendar

Every year we run thousands of events for students thinking of applying: both in Oxford and across the country.

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Advice for teachers

From start to finish: all the information you need to provide excellent support for your Oxford applicants.

Are you in search of inspiration?

Discover Oxplore: the home of big questions

Publications

Download the 2019 prospectus and other publications.

Most Popular Questions

Who do I contact to for feedback on my application or to discuss my offer?

You can request feedback on your application by writing to the college you applied to, or were allocated to. Please note that data protection legislation means we cannot discuss applications with third parties. If you have a question regarding your offer, you should contact the college who has offered you a place, or who is underwriting your open offer. College contact details can be found on our college pages.

What subjects should I take to A-level (or equivalent)?

Any specific subject requirements are listed on our individual course pages and in this summary table of entrance requirements.

Are my GCSEs good enough for Oxford?

GCSEs will be taken into account when we consider your application but they are just one aspect that we look at. Tutors will also consider your achieved or predicted grades at A-level (or other equivalent qualifications), your personal statement, academic reference, and any written work or written tests required for your course. If your application is shortlisted, your performance at interview will also be taken in to account. Further information about how we consider GCSEs in context is available on our UK qualifications page.

What grades do I need to make a competitive application to Oxford?

The exact subject requirements vary depending on the course you want to apply for. As a guide, you will need to achieve between AAA and A*A*A at A-level or an equivalent level qualification. Read our course pages to find out the specific requirements for each.

When can I visit Oxford University?

Our next University-wide Open Day will be in 2019 but you are welcome to make an independent visit. Other opportunities to attend events and find out more about studying at Oxford are listed in our events calendar.

Can I apply for entry in 2019?

UCAS applications and admissions test registrations for entry here in 2019 are now closed. Applications for entry in 2020 can be submitted from early September 2019. See Applying to Oxford for comprehensive information and advice on how to put in a competitive application.