The University of Cambridge
East of England, England
How much do University of Cambridge graduates earn by subject?
University of Cambridge graduates earn a median salary of £46,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Economics at £91,600, while English studies graduates earn £33,200.
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How competitive is University of Cambridge?
In 2024, University of Cambridge received 45,705 applications and accepted 7,290 students, giving an acceptance rate of 16.0%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £29,052 to £70,554 per year in tuition at University of Cambridge. An additional college fee of £13,689 per year applies. Living costs are estimated at £13,500–£19,500 per year.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of Cambridge?
85% of University of Cambridge graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 21 subjects with median salaries ranging from £33,200 to £91,600. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Economics | 86.1% | £91,600 |
| Computing | 83.6% | £86,100 |
| Law | 86% | £78,500 |
| Business and management | 86.2% | £74,100 |
| Mathematical sciences | 72.7% | £71,200 |
| Medicine and dentistry | 89.7% | £55,800 |
| Engineering | 86.8% | £53,700 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 86.3% | £50,000 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 79.7% | £47,400 |
| Politics | 79.7% | £47,400 |
| Allied health | 80.6% | £46,400 |
| Biosciences | 80.7% | £46,400 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 80.7% | £46,400 |
| Languages and area studies | 75.9% | £46,000 |
| History and archaeology | 81.7% | £44,900 |
| Veterinary sciences | 85% | £43,100 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 66% | £38,300 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 83.3% | £37,200 |
| Performing arts | 85.2% | £35,000 |
| Psychology | 82.2% | £33,600 |
| English studies | 87.2% | £33,200 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
Entry Requirements
Most courses require A*AA or A*A*A. Maths requires A*A*A plus STEP.
View official requirements →Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Economics £91,600
- 2 Computing £86,100
- 3 Law £78,500
- 4 Business and management £74,100
- 5 Mathematical sciences £71,200
Quick Facts
International Student Fees
Estimated Living Costs
9 months at £1,500-£2,167/month (Cambridge estimate)
View cost details →Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings 5 years after graduation for 2015-17 graduates.
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