What it really costs to study at Corpus — and how we help

Studying at Cambridge isn’t as expensive as you might think. In fact, thanks to generous financial support and reasonably priced accommodation and food, the overall cost is often similar to — or even cheaper than — many other UK universities.

Tuition Fees

For UK students

You can find the most up‑to‑date fee information on the University’s official fees page. Most UK students take out a government student loan to cover their tuition. The Student Finance website explains how loans work, how to apply, and how repayment is calculated.

For international students (including EU)

Your fees depend on what subject you study and your official Tuition Fee Status. Full details are available on the University’s main fees pages. If you’re not a UK citizen or don’t already hold UK settled status, you’ll also need a Student Visa. The University’s Visas and Immigration pages explain the process.

Living Costs

Corpus helps keep day‑to‑day costs manageable:

• Subsidised accommodation and food, meaning living costs are often lower than other universities.
• A central location in Cambridge, so transport costs stay low.
• A guaranteed room for all 3 or 4 years of your course.
• Rooms available on the main College site (“Old House”), in nearby College‑owned houses, or in student hostels.

How rent works

Cambridge has three terms a year. You can choose:

• a 30‑week licence (for term‑time stays), or
• a 39‑week licence (which lets you stay over Christmas and Easter).

Rent varies depending on room size and facilities — each room falls into a “price band.” You’ll also pay:

• a flat laundry charge
• electricity based on your individual usage

You can explore rooms yourself on Corpus’s 360° virtual tour.

Financial Support

If you’re worried about money, you’re not the only. Cambridge has lots of support available; the College and the University work together to make sure financial issues don’t stop you from completing your degree.

There are government, University, and College-based schemes designed to help students who need financial support so they can focus on their studies. Financial help is available if you face difficulties during your course or need assistance to cover essential costs.

One example is the Cambridge Bursary Scheme, which is jointly funded by the colleges and the university. This bursary is not applied for - it is allocated automatically on a means tested basis as long as you tick to allow for a household income assessment on your Student Finance application. The Cambridge Bursary is not a loan so it does not need to be paid back.

Find out more about how much you could receive by looking at the University webpage on the Cambridge Bursary Scheme.