University of Cambridge

University of Oxford and University of Cambridge are both a part of the top 5 universities in the world and students across the world desire to study here. In QS World University Rankings, Oxford Uni has secured the rank #3 in Best Global Universities. Whereas Cambridge Uni has been ranked #5 in the same category.

Also, in both the rankings awarded by Times Higher Education (THE) and US News & World Report, Oxford University beats Cambridge University. Students can refer to the table below for Oxford University rankings and Cambridge University rankings as mentioned in the prominent bodies:

Cambridge University offers on-campus accommodation to their students. Listed below is the breakdown of Cambridge University cost of living for international students:

Conversion Used: 1 EUR = INR 90.31

According to the QS World University Rankings 2025, University of Cambridge is ranked #5 in Best Global Universities, making it the fifth-best university in the world. It has seen an increase in its global rankings over the last five years, accounting for a move from rank #7 in 2020 to the fifth spot in 2025.

In the Times Higher Education - World University Rankings 2025, Cambridge holds a commanding #5 position.

As per the US News & World Report Rankings, the university is ranked #8 in Best Global Universities, #2 in Best Global Universities in Europe, and #2 in Best Global Universities in the United Kingdom. 

Check some tips for students starting their first-semester at the University of Cambridge campus mentioned below           

• Be humble and interact with as many people as possible;
• Attend as many as winter parties and formal halls;
• Try not to miss out on the classes. University of Cambridge faculty is world-class so do not miss out on this opportunity;
• Last but not the least, develop your personality.

 Yes. Bursaries of up to £500 are available for undergraduate and PhD students. The Santander SME internship programme of Judge Business School, University of Cambridge, helps fund work experience in start-ups or SMEs. Bursary scheme for undergraduates is for full-time permanent University of Cambridge students who are studying at undergraduate level. Bursary scheme for PhD students is available for those who wish to undertake unpaid or low-paid work experience in media, arts & heritage, and not for profit. MPhil and Masters students are not eligible for these bursaries.