St Peter's College is a vibrant and inclusive community energised by shared intellectual curiosity and a commitment to excellence.

Why study at St Peter’s College?

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At St Peter's, we work to provide the teaching, facilities and supportive atmosphere to help everyone fulfil their potential.

Located at the centre of historic Oxford, St Peter’s was founded in 1929 with a mission to make the best Oxford education available to students of the greatest potential, irrespective of means or background.

More than 30 undergraduate courses and a wide range of postgraduate courses are available, and we offer one of the most successful visiting student programmes in the University.

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How to apply to St Peter's College

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Click the links below to learn how to apply to St Peter's College as an undergraduate, visiting student or postgraduate.

Our students come from all over the world and bring with them an amazing range of backgrounds and interests.

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The community is incredibly welcoming. It has always seemed to me that, wherever you're from, there is a place for you at St Peter's.

William (Mathematics)

News and events

Follow our news and events to stay connected with the academic, artistic and athletic activities of the College.

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New study from Prof Kirrander on imaging electron rearrangements in highly excited molecules

30 June 2026

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Oxford statistician co-awarded $1 million Rousseeuw Prize for the R Project

17 June 2026

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Prof Tom Adcock recognised with award for outstanding research supervision

17 June 2026

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Prof Claire Williams on BBC Radio 4's In Our Time

8 June 2026

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2015-2018 Gaudy

12 September 2026

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Open Days

18 September 2026, 8am-5pm

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Anniversary Reunion

19 September 2026

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Howard Society Luncheon 2026

20 September 2026

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Professor Judith Buchanan

St Peter’s College is a special place marked both by a vibrant community life and by significant academic strength. Our informality, buzz and strong sense of community contribute to our distinctive spirit.

Prof Judith Buchanan, Master of St Peter's College
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