Location
Emmanuel College is a large 16th-century College located right in the heart of Cambridge, providing easy access to various University faculties and amenities in the city. Emma has a peaceful and friendly atmosphere, with beautiful lawns and impressive buildings that blend both ancient and modern architecture.
Accommodation
| Accommodation type | Number available | % Ensuite | Average monthly rent (2025/26) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single rooms and studio flats (single occupancy) | 145 single rooms | 5% | £630 - £989 |
| Double rooms and flats for couples (no children) | 7 flats | 100% | £1,049 |
| Family accommodation | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Approximately 70% of postgraduate students live in College accommodation.
We can offer accommodation to 100% of first-year students whose admission is confirmed by 1 August, for the 1st year of their course. We can normally house most postgraduates for the 3 years of their course.
Facilities
Affordable meals and drinks are available in our beautiful Georgian Hall, Fiona's café and the student–run Bar. The Education Centre is always accessible, alongside a range of music practice rooms, and a free laundrette for all who live in our accommodation. Our sports facilities include a fully-equipped boathouse, 2 squash courts and a well–equipped gym, with a large sports ground only a short cycle away. The main garden provides spaces for grass tennis and badminton courts in the summer and we have an outdoor swimming pool for warm summer evenings.
Selecting as a College preference
50-74% of offer-holders selecting this College as their first preference are given membership here. Find out more about 
College membership statistics.
