Discover St Edmund’s
A welcoming Cambridge college for mature undergraduates and postgraduates from around the world.
Visit us in person
Our Open Days give you the chance to explore the College, meet current students, and get a feel for life at St Edmund’s. Whether you’re considering undergraduate study or postgraduate research, visiting in person is the best way to experience our friendly, mature community.
What to expect
- A guided tour of the College grounds, gardens, and social spaces
- Visits to key facilities including the Library, teaching rooms, and dining hall
- Opportunities to speak with current students about college life
- Information about accommodation, wellbeing support, and the wider Cambridge experience
Who can attend
Open Days are open to:
- Prospective undergraduates
- Prospective postgraduate master’s and PhD students
- Parents, supporters, and advisers
Undergraduate open days
The next undergraduate open day will be in 2027.
Postgraduate open days
- The next in person College Visit Day will be on Friday 18 September and Monday 21 September (Postgraduate College Visit Day)
- The next Virtual Postgraduate Open Day will be in November. You can register on the University website.
Why visit St Edmund’s
St Edmund’s offers:
- A friendly, mature community
- A mix of undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Supportive staff and Porters
- Beautiful gardens and peaceful study spaces
- A central Cambridge location within easy reach of departments and libraries
- Visiting – in person or virtually – helps you picture yourself here.
Virtual tour
Explore St Edmund’s from anywhere in the world.
Our virtual tour gives you a first look at the spaces that shape daily life at St Edmund’s. You can explore the College grounds, gardens, Library, dining hall, and social areas, and get a feel for the atmosphere of our mature and welcoming community. The tour also includes views of student accommodation and shared spaces, helping you picture what living and studying at St Edmund’s is like.
Take the virtual tour
Watch our 30‑second video tour
See St Edmund’s come to life in a quick snapshot of College life.
Explore St Edmund’s in 5 minutes
Download our Mini Prospectus for a quick, friendly introduction to College life, designed for busy applicants.
View our mini prospectus
Speak to our Admissions Team
If you’re thinking about applying and would like to discuss your circumstances, our Admissions Team is here to help. Contact us at admissions@st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk to:
- Book a 1:1 College tour, available throughout the year with at least 48 hours’ notice (weekdays only).
- Arrange an online meeting with our Head of Admissions
