Welcome to
St Peter's College, University of Oxford
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?
MoreAt 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.
How to apply to St Peter's College
MoreClick 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.
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
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Prof Christl Donnelly CBE among the first Fellows of the Academy for the Mathematical Sciences
29 January 2026
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‘Why Trump’s action in Venezuela is no surprise’: Expert comment from Dr Stephen Tuffnell
6 January 2026
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EDI Talk and Dinner: First-Generation, Care-Experienced, and Estranged Student Experiences
3 February 2026, 6:30pm-7pm
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EDI Talk and Dinner: First-Generation, Care-Experienced, and Estranged Student Experiences
3 February 2026, 7-9pm
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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.