Estimate how much it will cost you to study at Cambridge, learn about the financial commitments you will need to make, and find funding to help support your studies.
Your finances at Cambridge can be broken down into the following areas:
- University Composition Fee - your tuition fees
- Maintenance - your estimated living costs
- Funding opportunities - financial support to help cover your costs
Before we can admit you to the University, you will be asked to complete a 
Financial Undertaking Form to demonstrate that you can cover all your costs for the entire duration of your course, including any possible over-runs.
Estimate your annual financial commitment for 2027–2028
Search for a course to calculate your estimated University Composition Fee (Tuition fees) and Maintenance (Living costs).
Things to consider
Estimating future costs: if your course is longer than 12 months, remember to allow for likely annual increases in your living and study costs, at least in line with inflation. International students should also consider possible fluctuations in currency exchange rates.
If you are taking a PhD: You should account for the costs of a fourth year of study, sometimes referred to as a ‘write-up year’, to finalise your thesis. Tuition and College fees are generally exempted after 9 terms of a research degree.
Working while studying: There are expectations and regulations around working, depending on your circumstances. Learn about working while studying from the Cambridge Students website.
Taking a break: If you take a break from your studies (“intermit”) or are removed from the Student Register and later return to study, you may have to pay a higher University Composition Fee.
Non-payment of fees: You must pay your fees to your College. Failure to do so may result in your removal from the Student Register and withdrawal from your course.
Your financial undertaking: You are expected to provide accurate and honest information in your Financial Undertaking Form. If the University considers that you submitted the form in bad faith, your College may recommend that you are removed from the Student Register, and you will have to withdraw from your course.