The Institution of Oxford is an English research university. There is evidence of teaching as early as 1096, making it the English-speaking world's oldest university and the world's second-oldest institution in continuous existence. It expanded after Henry II prohibited English scholars from entering the University of Paris in 1167.

Following disagreements between students and Oxford townsfolk in 1209, several professors went northeast to Cambridge, where they founded the University of Cambridge. Oxbridge refers to the two historic English universities that have many similarities. Both are among the world's most distinguished universities.

The university comprises thirty-nine semi-autonomous constituent colleges, five permanent private halls, and a range of academic departments organized into four divisions. All the colleges are self-governing institutions within the university, each controlling its membership and its internal structure and activities.

All students are members of a college. It does not have a main campus, and its buildings and facilities are scattered throughout the city. Undergraduate teaching at Oxford consists of lectures, small-group tutorials at the colleges and halls, seminars, laboratory work, and occasionally further tutorials provided by the central university faculties and departments. Postgraduate teaching is provided predominantly centrally.

Oxford operates the world's oldest university museum, the largest university press, and the largest academic library nationwide. In the fiscal year ending 31 July 2019, the university had a total income of £2.45 billion, of which £624.8 million was from research grants and contracts.

Oxford has educated a wide range of notable alumni, including 30 prime ministers of the United Kingdom and many heads of state and government around the world.

 As of October 2022, 73 Nobel Prize laureates, 4 Fields Medalists, and 6 Turing Award winners have studied, worked, or held visiting fellowships at the University of Oxford, while its alumni have won 160 Olympic medals.

Oxford is the home of numerous scholarships, including the Rhodes Scholarship, one of the oldest international graduate scholarship programs.

One of the most renowned universities, the University of Oxford, has been constantly ranked among the top universities in the world by leading university ranking providers. Students should be aware that rankings are based on surveys conducted by individual ranking organisations over a specific period.

University ranking parameters such as Academic Reputation, Faculty/Student Ratio, Employer Reputation, Citations per Faculty, and International Faculty Ratio /International Student Ratio are some of the indicators among many that play a major role in determining university superiority.

The University Ranking

The University of Oxford is one of the UK's finest public institutions. The QS World University Rankings for 2023 are placed 4.

University highlights

University Type	Public
Established Year	1096
No of Students	24515
Number of Courses	250
Tuition Fees for International Students Yearly	22,000-55,000 GBP
Intakes	September, January, and May.

Main intakes

The main intakes are in September, January, and May.

Scholarship

Oxford has a comprehensive list of scholarships, some of which are automatically evaluated on merit while others must be applied individually. Need-based scholarships are available to qualified applicants from low-income nations and students with disabilities; they must be applied for.

In 2017, the university announced over 1,100 fully-funded scholarships (including tuition, living expenses, and study materials) for masters and doctoral candidates. Maximum grants are available for courses with application deadlines in November and January. Oxford scholarships are not available for courses having a March deadline.

Application Process/ documents needed for admission

Academic Documents (For Bachelor)

• SLC Mark sheet
• School Leaving Certificate
• SLC Character Certificate
• Transcript of 12th grade
• Individual Mark sheet of 12th grade
• Character Certificate of 12th grade
• Provisional Certificate of 12th grade
• Migration Certificate of 12th grade

Academic Documents (For Masters)

• Transcript of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
• Individual Mark sheets of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
• Character Certificate of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
• Provisional Certificate of Bachelor’s Degree and 12th grade
• Migration Certificate of Bachelor’s Degree and 12th grade

IELTS/TOEFL/PTE scores

Passport

Experience letter

Statement of Purpose

Application Fees

Proof of Scholarships - If any

Marriage Certificate (if applicable)

College Recommendation (if a current student)

Language Requirement

Test	Minimum Score requirement
TOFEL Requirements	100+
IELTS Requirements	7+
PTE	66+

FAQ

Q. Does the University of Oxford offer financial aid to International Students?

Yes, the University of Oxford offers scholarships to international students. You can find details about scholarships in our scholarship section.

Q. Are there any specific prerequisites for students under 18 to study in the UK?

Assume you're 16 or 17 and seeking a student visa. In such a scenario, you must have formal permission from your parents/guardians to live and travel freely and the contact information for your guardian in the UK. 

Q. How can I determine the best university or college for my chosen course?

No university or college is perfect for everyone; different places suit different people, so it depends on your preferences. 

Q. Do I have to pay any tuition expenses before applying for a visa? If so, how much do I have to pay?

Before issuing a visa, most institutions need payment. The size of the deposit varies by school; for example, some colleges may want a 50% deposit of the first-year tuition cost, others one-third, and others GBP 1000/2000.

Q. How much will it cost to live in the United Kingdom?

The cost of living in the UK will vary depending on where you choose to study. These will cover necessities such as shelter, food, and transportation. You should also budget for adequate money to spend on the vibrant university and college social scene, and any trip plans you may have.

To qualify for a student visa, the UKVI estimates that you will require GBP 1020 per month if you reside in London and GBP 820 per month if you live elsewhere. This amount does not include course costs.