#5 QS World Ranking#5 THE RankingUnited KingdomPublic
QS World Rank#5
Acceptance rate14–18%
Typical GPAA*A*A typically
Tuition / year$42,000–53,000
Overview
About University of Cambridge
Strongest mathematics and natural sciences globally; collegiate system similar to Oxford; 121 Nobel laureates (most of any institution); Tripos examination system
International environmentVery international; ~20% intl UG; collegiate life central
Teaching styleSupervision system (similar to Oxford tutorial); lecture + supervision weekly; very intensive
Academics
Subjects and fit
Strongest subjects
Natural Sciences
Mathematics
Engineering
Computer Science
Economics
Medicine
Law
Best for
Future scientists
mathematicians
engineers
economists
researchers
Getting in
Admission requirements
GPA: A*A*A typically; A*A*A* for top courses (Maths, NatSci)
IELTS 7.5 (7.0 per component) / TOEFL 110+
No SAT/ACT; A-levels/IB; strong predicted grades; STEP required for Mathematics
Cambridge Trust International Scholarship at University of Cambridge 2026 (Fully Funded)
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United KingdomThe great news is that there is no specific deadline to apply for
Cambridge Trust International Scholarship!
While there is no fixed deadline to apply, you do need to apply for Ph.D. admissions at University of Cambridge .
Ph.D. admissions timelines can differ by department or project—please check your department’s page for specifics.
Cambridge International Scholarships at University of Cambridge 2026 (Full Tuition)
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Sinh viên quốc tế bậc Tiến sĩ, mọi quốc tịch, ngoại trừ Ireland and United Kingdom; có thành tích học tập nổi bật.
United KingdomThe great news is that there is no specific deadline to apply for
Cambridge International Scholarships!
While there is no fixed deadline to apply, you do need to apply for Ph.D. admissions at University of Cambridge .
Ph.D. admissions timelines can differ by department or project—please check your department’s page for specifics.
Harding Distinguished Postgraduate Scholars Programme at University of Cambridge 2026
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Sinh viên quốc tế bậc Tiến sĩ, mọi quốc tịch.
United KingdomThe great news is that there is no specific deadline to apply for
Harding Distinguished Postgraduate Scholars Programme!
While there is no fixed deadline to apply, you do need to apply for Ph.D. admissions at University of Cambridge .
Ph.D. admissions timelines can differ by department or project—please check your department’s page for specifics.
