The University of Cambridge welcomes applications from suitably qualified international students. We recognize the great academic and cultural value of a diverse student body. Admitting students from outside the UK allows us to seek talent from the widest possible pool.
Attracting so many talented international applicants means competition for places is fierce. However, academic achievement and potential remain the selection criteria for senior high school candidates.
The application processThe application process is the same for all applicants. Whilst much of the information presented on this website is focused on GCE, and A Levels, many other school and national examinations at an equal level are also acceptable.
All applications to UK universities are made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), which operates on a pre-qualification basis where offers are made in advance of applicants achieving their final grades. Offer holders are finally confirmed or rejected once the results for the relevant qualifications are received.
UCAS will require applicants’ predicted grades. A predicted grade is the grade of qualification an applicant’s school believes they are likely to achieve, all things being well. These predicted grades are used during the admissions process to help the University understand each applicant’s potential.
For a step-by-step guide, please refer to our main Applying pages.Application fee
Most international applicants are required to pay an application fee of £60. This is a standard charge that supports the administration of the application process and maintenance of the systems used in this process. See Terms and conditions of the application fee.
1. Why does the Cambridge university welcome overseas students?A.They are foreigners. |
B.They are more qualified than local students. |
C.They will provide diversity for the campus. |
D.They will be recognized by the UK government. |
A.Gaokao results can play a part. |
B.International experience is a must. |
C.An offer is the guarantee of admission. |
D.Applicant’s school can predict the result. |
A.A British twelfth grader. |
B.A Hong Kong eleventh grader. |
C.A student in Peking University. |
D.A junior high school student from Beijing. |
2 . Comparing college entrance exams, there are different needs for admission. The national college entrance examination, or gaokao, is known as the most competitive test for Chinese students. Do students in other countries also need to take a standardized test to get into university?
South Korea holds the College Scholastic Ability Test(CSAT) in November each year. The CSAT plays an important role in the country’s education. On test day, bus and subway frequency increases to make sure that students can get to the test sites in time.
Japan is trying to reform its standardized national college entrance exam. In January 2022, Common Test for University Admissions took the place of the National Center Test for University Admissions, which had been adopted since 1990. The new exam aims to put emphasis on the ability of students to discover and solve problems by themselves.
The American College Test(ACT) and Scholastic Assessment Test(SAT) are the two main college entrance exams taken by students in the US. While SAT tests a student’s ability to learn, the ACT tests a student’s educational development. Both tests normally take place seven times throughout the year. Students can retake the exams for a better score.
In the UK, there’s no standardized test for college admission. Instead, each college has their own admission criteria. These criteria often only include submission of transcripts(成绩单) and participation in an interview. Yet, there are subject-specific exams used by some colleges.
1. What is the purpose of the new test in Japan?A.To improve students’ learning environments. |
B.To assess students’ educational backgrounds. |
C.To assist more students in getting high scores. |
D.To test students’ thinking and practical abilities. |
A.Take entrance exams repeatedly. |
B.Have only one chance to be tested. |
C.Sit a lot of subject-specific exams. |
D.Meet each college’s admission criteria. |
A.South Korea. | B.Japan. | C.America. | D.The UK. |
A.One. | B.Two. | C.Three. |
1. Which college was founded first?
A.The College of Law. |
B.The College of Medicine. |
C.The College of Science and Engineering. |
A.It was founded. |
B.Its name was changed. |
C.A museum was built in it. |
A.By showing their student cards. |
B.By showing their ID cards. |
C.By showing their library cards. |
A.There are 2,800 students in total. |
B.It is the third oldest university in Japan. |
C.It has partnerships with many other universities. |
1. When do American schools begin?
A.In July. | B.In February. | C.In September. |
A.At the age of 5. | B.At the age of 7. | C.At the age of 9. |
A.Do their homework. |
B.Do many interesting things. |
C.Go to work. |
A.Go to work. | B.Stay at home. | C.Go to college. |
1. What is the talk mainly about?
A.Studying overseas. | B.University scholarship. | C.Studying in universities. |
A.Australia. | B.The United States. | C.The United Kingdom. |
A.About US $22,000. | B.About US $24,000. | C.About US $30,000. |
A.The top 10 best colleges. |
B.The top 10 largest colleges. |
C.The top 10 most famous colleges. |
1. What does the speaker think is the most valuable part of the tour?
A.Telling stories about classes. |
B.Getting to know the college as a whole. |
C.Learning detailed facts about the student center. |
A.The rules are not very strict there. |
B.It is only popular for studying. |
C.Food is sold there. |
A.At ten o’clock at night. | B.At twelve o’clock at night. | C.At two o’clock in the morning. |
A.School sports teams. | B.Computer equipment. | C.Famous professors. |
8 . When you’re choosing a college, a lot of factors probably may be considered: the school’s reputation, the classes offered, and the professors in your major, to name a few. However, considering the increasing competitiveness of universities to attract more and more applicants, many schools now offer extra benefits to be enjoyed by all of their students. Here are some of the coolest:
University of Missouri
When you think of a campus gym, you probably picture a room equipped with old weights and out-of-date machines. However, at the University of Missouri, you can enjoy one of the best campus fitness centers in the country. It features an “indoor beach” complete with a waterfall and a lazy river, as well as a full-service spa. Even if you don’t normally enjoy working out, Missouri’s fitness center will give you a reason to go to the gym.
High Point University
If you see yourself quickly tired of dining hall food — something that happens to almost all of us — High Point University in North Carolina has a great option for you: a private steakhouse for students. It’s a first-class restaurant, and, best of all, you don’t have to pay for the meal out of your own pocket. You can use your dining dollars instead.
Set on Hall University
If you’re stressing out about the extra cost of technology when you start college, Seton Hall has great news for you: all freshmen are given free laptops through the university’s Mobile Computing Program. As a freshman, you’ll receive a laptop already set up with all of the software that you’ll need as a student. Then, after two years, you’ll receive a new and updated laptop designed to carry to through until after you graduate.
New York University
If you’re a fan of museums, NYU (New York University) is the perfect university for you not only are you located in the heart of a city featuring some of the best museums in the world, but the university will even provide you with free admission to many of them. You can take advantage of visiting free museums at any time you want — and you’ll never be bored on the weekends.
1. What can we learn from Paragraph1?A.It is hard to be admitted to a university. |
B.A university’s fame is the top consideration. |
C.The competition to attract applicants is fierce. |
D.Extra benefits makes no difference to applicants. |
A.Its equipment is out of date. |
B.It is the best one in the world. |
C.It has a real beach there. |
D.It can arouse students’ interest in workout. |
A.University of Missouri. | B.High Point University. |
C.Seton Hall University. | D.New York University. |
A.Free tuition. | B.Free accommodation. |
C.Free computers | D.High graduation rate. |
A.It is located in the center of the city. |
B.It houses the best museums in the world. |
C.All the museums are open to its students for free. |
D.Museums are usually closed on the weekends. |
1. What is the man doing?
A.Asking for advice. | B.Entering a university. | C.Preparing for a party. |
A.Scholarship. | B.History. | C.Parties. |
A.It has tough admissions requirements. |
B.It’s no older than Guangzhou University. |
C.It has a party. |
A.More than 15 years. | B.More than 5 years. | C.More than 100 years. |