To apply to the University of Cambridge, you must submit an online application through the Applicant Portal.
If you are applying for a course at the Judge Business School or Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), check the course page for details on how to apply.
Before you apply
Follow these steps to ensure you know what to expect and have everything in place before you start your application.
- Choose a course
- Check you meet the entry requirements
- Check the application deadline
- Find a supervisor (if you need one)
- Calculate your fees and costs
- Research funding opportunities
- Explore the Colleges
- Choose your referees
- Prepare your supporting documents
How to apply
After you have completed the steps above, you can start your application. There is an application fee for some courses.
- Go to your course page and select 'Apply Now'. This will open the Applicant Portal.
- Register or sign in to the Applicant Portal.
- Complete and submit your application by the relevant application deadline.
Your application is complete when:
- you have uploaded your supporting documents
- you have paid the application fee or been given a fee waiver
- your referees have provided their references via the Referee Portal
If you're an international applicant, there are some other steps to consider.
If you want to be considered for funding, you can tell us in your portal application.
You need to submit a separate application (with separate supporting documents) for each course you wish to apply for.
After you apply
- Track your application and update your details.
- Find out how we assess your application and when you’ll hear back.
- What to do after you get the outcome of your application.
If you have been made an offer
- Check how to meet the conditions of your offer
- Check visa requirements (if you need one)
- Find out how to change your start date