Selwyn College Cambridge
To advance education, religion, learning and research by the provision of a college in the University of Cambridge.
Activities & Mission
To advance education, religion, learning and research by the provision of a college in the University of Cambridge.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 13% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 5% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £15,054,348 | £13,350,200 | £10,693,086 | £147,279,081 | £78,338,348 | 166 / 0 |
| 2024 | £16,440,517 | £12,526,568 | £9,844,864 | £144,683,847 | £77,311,314 | 171 / 0 |
| 2023 | £13,333,858 | £13,459,678 | £10,699,119 | £133,733,763 | £74,083,906 | 168 / 0 |
| 2022 | £12,938,327 | £12,555,700 | £10,155,627 | £134,109,651 | £74,611,981 | 164 / 0 |
| 2021 | £9,756,514 | £10,263,264 | £8,189,025 | £135,809,660 | £72,571,009 | 168 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Selwyn College Cambridge
What does Selwyn College Cambridge do?
To advance education, religion, learning and research by the provision of a college in the University of Cambridge.
How much income did Selwyn College Cambridge report in 2025?
Selwyn College Cambridge reported total income of £15.05m and reported expenditure of £13.35m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Selwyn College Cambridge?
Selwyn College Cambridge has a program ratio of 71.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 13% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Selwyn College Cambridge registered as a charity?
Selwyn College Cambridge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 August 2010 as charity number 1137517. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Selwyn College Cambridge?
Selwyn College Cambridge is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Selwyn College Cambridge operate?
Selwyn College Cambridge operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Selwyn College Cambridge a registered charity?
Yes — Selwyn College Cambridge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137517.
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