In respect to the Norrington Table, Worcester does reasonably well, often scoring in the midfield in terms of the number of firsts awarded to its students. That said, the college places a premium on student welfare, and one gets the impression that many students at Worcester enjoy a slightly more balanced experience.

 

College stereotypes aren’t always symmetrical with reality, but it is fair to say that Worcester has a reputation for being an academic idyll—a place where garden parties and study sessions happily live side by side. If you are looking for spacious, verdant surroundings in which to live the life of the mind, then look no further than Worcester.

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Worcester College Admissions Statistics:

 

According to available data from 2019-2021, 79% of Worcester College’s intake was state educated versus 21% from independent schools; and 60% of those admitted were female versus 40% male. Between 2019 and 2021, the college received 2,261 state applications, admitting 266 (representing a 12% success rate) as well as 853 independent school applications, admitting 70 (representing an 8% success rate). In short, Worcester is the most oversubscribed college in Oxford admissions.

 

Worcester College Notable Alumni:

 

The college’s notable alumni include actresses Gemma Chan, Ellie Kemper, and Emma Watson, as well as noteworthy figures like Rupert Murdoch, Elana Kagan, and Anne-Marie Slaughter.

 

Inside Perspective:

 

There’s no denying that Worcester is a lovely college. It is a happy and supportive community, balancing academic achievement with personal development and social enrichment. It’s fabulous having such a large site (26 acres) that is close to the city centre, the train station, supermarkets, and also the trendy areas in Jericho. The college’s facilities are quite extensive, including some of the best sports grounds at Oxford University. The college even has its own lake. There aren’t many downsides. However, for some, the college might be (comparatively speaking) a little laid back, and it’s slightly to the west of the city centre (but not by much), so there are some who find this inconvenient in relation to the location of certain elements, like the examination schools.

 

Should you Apply?

 

Despite how wonderful Worcester is, you should think long and hard before applying. It receives so many applications and has such a low acceptance rate that you may be taking unnecessary risks by applying.

 

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