Location
Fitzwilliam College is only a 10-minute walk from the busy historic centre yet offers a peaceful and spacious environment with beautiful, established gardens where walking on the grass is permitted! The College is a vibrant social hub, with plenty of open shared spaces indoors and out, and most students live within 5 minutes of the main site.
Accommodation
| Accommodation type | Number available | % Ensuite | Average monthly rent (2025/26) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single rooms and studio flats (single occupancy) | 139 | 72% | £667 - £1,256 |
| Double rooms and flats for couples (no children) | 7 | 100% | £866 - £1,170 |
| Family accommodation | 2 | 100% | £1,386 |
Approximately 50% of postgraduate students live in College accommodation.
We aim to provide a single room on the main College site or in a College house to all new postgraduate students who have met the conditions of their University offer by 31 July. For the second and third years of your postgraduate study, rooms are allocated by ballot.
Facilities
Students can use shared cooking facilities or enjoy meals at the Cafe and Buttery and relax at the Bar in the evenings. The MCR offers a vibrant hub for postgraduates, featuring a kitchen, sound system, and various social rooms and study spaces. The College has its own library, squash courts and a 24-hour multi-gym. Fitz also boasts beautiful lawns and gardens, and a welcoming Chapel for quiet reflection.
Selecting as a College preference
75%+ of offer-holders selecting this College as their first preference are given membership here. Find out more about 
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