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I have met the most amazing people and made the best memories. There’s always so much on whether you’re into art, music, theatre, sport, or are of a particular religion; there is genuinely something for everyone here.
Bronwyn
Magdalene College encourages applicants from all backgrounds and in all subjects. We are interested in your ideas, your intellectual progress and your contributions to our communal life, and will endeavour to provide an environment that can let you develop in the best way for you.
Accommodation
We guarantee College accommodation for all undergraduates throughout their studies. Our buildings range from formal Tudor architecture in First Court, the elegant Pepys Library in the Second Court through to the Magdalene Village (a unique mix of medieval study bedrooms and modern sets) and Cripps Court with its handsome garden and en suite rooms.
Facilities
Magdalene also has a modern, 24 hour library. 'The New Library opened in 2021. Its collections include 28,000 books.
Magdalene College’s facilities include:
- candle-lit formal dining hall
- student bar
- music practice rooms
- access to a range of sports facilities including an onsite gym
- punts
- chapel
- dedicated Health and Wellbeing Service including an onsite health centre
Location and student life
Magdalene College has the advantage of an attractive and convenient location on the banks of the River Cam, with the longest waterfront of all the Cambridge Colleges, and less than 5 minutes’ walk from the city centre.
With an intake of around 105 new undergraduates each year it is possible to get to know all your fellow students! We provide a supportive network of students in higher years, Directors of Studies, Tutors, and professional support staff. A very warm welcome in your first week will make sure that you can settle in quickly, meet new people and feel at home.
