The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford
Also known as: Magdalen College Oxford
a) To further study, learning, education & research and to be a College within the Univ of Oxford wherein men and women may carry out advanced study & researchb) To provide for public worship through the provision, support & maintenance of a Chapel & Choirc) Insofar as it is not incompatible with (a) and (b), advancement of the arts, heritage, culture and science for the benefit of the public.
Activities & Mission
a) To further study, learning, education & research and to be a College within the Univ of Oxford wherein men and women may carry out advanced study & researchb) To provide for public worship through the provision, support & maintenance of a Chapel & Choirc) Insofar as it is not incompatible with (a) and (b), advancement of the arts, heritage, culture and science for the benefit of the public.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 3% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 1% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 1% 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 | £53,455,000 | £45,721,000 | £21,037,000 | £847,299,000 | £5,813,000 | 421 / 0 |
| 2024 | £45,627,000 | £40,205,000 | £16,547,000 | £783,208,000 | £12,852,000 | 379 / 0 |
| 2023 | £42,200,000 | £38,310,000 | £16,294,000 | £787,594,000 | £8,318,000 | 373 / 0 |
| 2022 | £29,556,000 | £30,089,000 | £18,340,000 | £749,081,000 | £5,201,000 | 374 / 0 |
| 2021 | £20,304,000 | £21,495,000 | £14,908,000 | £667,715,000 | £2,852,000 | 197 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford
What does The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford do?
a) To further study, learning, education & research and to be a College within the Univ of Oxford wherein men and women may carry out advanced study & researchb) To provide for public worship through the provision, support & maintenance of a Chapel & Choirc) Insofar as it is not incompatible with (a) and (b), advancement of the arts, heritage, culture and science for the benefit of the public.
How much income did The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford report in 2025?
The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford reported total income of £53.45m and reported expenditure of £45.72m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford?
The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford has a program ratio of 39.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 3% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford registered as a charity?
The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 May 2011 as charity number 1142149. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford?
The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford is governed by a board of 67 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dinah Rose. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford operate?
The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford a registered charity?
Yes — The College Of St Mary Magdalen In The University Of Oxford is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142149.
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