The University of Cambridge is a public collegiate research university in Cambridge, England. Founded in 1209, the University of Cambridge is the world's third-oldest university in continuous operation. The university's founding followed the arrival of scholars who left the University of Oxford for Cambridge after a dispute with local townspeople. The two ancien…
The University of Cambridge is a public collegiate research university in Cambridge, England. Founded in 1209, the University of Cambridge is the world's third-oldest university in continuous operation. The university's founding followed the arrival of scholars who left the University of Oxford for Cambridge after a dispute with local townspeople. The two ancient English universities, although sometimes described as rivals, share many common features and are often jointly referred to as Oxbridge.
Other name: The Chancellor, Masters and Scholars of the University of Cambridge
Motto: Latin: Hinc lucem et pocula sacra
Motto in English: Literal: From here, light and sacred draughts. Non literal: From this place, we gain enlightenment and precious knowledge.
Type: Public research university
Established: c. 1209
Endowment: £7.802 billion (2022; including colleges)
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