The Big 'Which Cambridge College?' Thread

I'm thinking of applying to Downing or Queens' for Economics. Downing is where I'd love to apply, but I've heard it's a very competitive college. Is this true for Economics? :s

How were your UMS, because your grades look outstanding and the AEA especially singles you out as a very strong candidate. If you've got strong UMS and interview well I'd say you'd be in a very good position regardless of college. If you like Downing go for it. You can always check the Cam site for admissions numbers, but you've probably already done that.

My main concern really is the cost of accommodation and food, plus any support for international students.

Downing is where I'd love to apply, but I've heard it's a very competitive college.

Just out of interest guys, which colleges are most popular with vets and medics?

Argh, St Johns, Jesus or Queens' for Law?!

I'm so last minute!

Oh dear lord I hope your school has your reference written at least, its gonna be a rush job tomorrow .

They don't actually know I'm applying to Cambridge, they "discouraged" it last year...so yeah

How will they know that your reference needs to be completed by tomorrow??

I kinda bent the through and said I was going travelling like tonight and needed it on. It's on there now.

Haha, actually they are the reason I am running so late - I've had my personal statement etc. done for ageeees and I'm waiting on them to put my reference on! They don't actually know I'm applying to Cambridge, they "discouraged" it last year...so yeah

Think I'm going with St John's, although Queens' is tempting

Which do you like the most? Say your college said right you're applying to John's, would you feel oh , or would you feel yes that's right, good choice. Whatever you do decide please do it soon.

I'd be happy - I'm just worried about the "sporty" aspect, because I'm not at all! I like the idea that it's ensuite, quite large etc. Whereas I disliked Queens' lack of ensuites, but like the fact it apparently has good ents and is on the river...so either really. Oh and Queens' give you an essay/prep study etc. at interview, whereas John's may...argh. Whichever I stand the most chance in, but I guess there is little in that.

I'd be happy - I'm just worried about the "sporty" aspect, because I'm not at all! I like the idea that it's ensuite, quite large etc. Whereas I disliked Queens' lack of ensuites, but like the fact it apparently has good ents and is on the river...so either really. Oh and Queens' give you an essay/prep study etc. at interview, whereas John's may...argh. Whichever I stand the most chance in, but I guess there is little in that.