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Explore Merton College, one of the oldest & most vibrant Oxford University colleges. Discover its rich history, diverse community, & exceptional opportunities.
Welcome to Merton College. Our community of scholars, founded in 1264, formed the model for all subsequent Oxford and Cambridge colleges. Since then we have fostered generations of academic and cultural leaders in many fields.
A searchable directory of Fellows (including Emeritus, Bodley, Honorary, Junior Research, Supernumerary, Visiting Research, Wyliot, and Official Fellows), lecturers ...
Merton is one of the oldest and most beautiful colleges in Oxford, tucked away behind the High Street, with glorious views across Christ Church Meadows, but within easy reach of libraries, labs and the city centre.
Guided tours of the College are led by trained Merton guides. They normally last around 30-40 minutes and include the main quadrangles and the gardens, including Fellows’ Garden. Guides will speak about the history of the College and life in the College today.
Merton College, the first fully self-governing College in the University, was founded in 1264 by Walter de Merton, sometime Chancellor of England and later Bishop of Rochester.
There are approximately 300 undergraduate students at Merton College. Merton students have a well-earned reputation for academic excellence. Our students enjoy a strong sense of community with lots of opportunities for sports and social activities.
Merton is one of the oldest and most beautiful colleges in Oxford, tucked away behind the High Street, with glorious views across Christ Church Meadows, but within easy reach of libraries, labs and the city centre.
Sep 14, 2024 · The college will be open free of charge for visitors as part of the Oxford Open Doors event. Visitors will have access to the Fellows garden which features an Ancient mulberry, said to have associations with James I.
The Merton College Chapel dates back to the end of the 13th century and stands at the heart of our ancient College as a witness to Christian worship over almost 750 years.
