The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge
Also known as: Magdalene College Cambridge
The provision of education to undergraduate and graduate students. The advancement of knowledge and learning by supporting research pursued by academics and by funding research fellowships. The College maintains the Pepys Library, a collection of international significance, which provides an educational resource.
Activities & Mission
The provision of education to undergraduate and graduate students. The advancement of knowledge and learning by supporting research pursued by academics and by funding research fellowships. The College maintains the Pepys Library, a collection of international significance, which provides an educational resource.
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 6% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 5% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 8% 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 | £15,101,191 | £14,763,060 | £11,105,756 | £208,853,108 | £8,932,619 | 170 / 0 |
| 2024 | £14,822,615 | £13,669,271 | £11,642,992 | £204,376,626 | £8,688,653 | 165 / 0 |
| 2023 | £13,366,730 | £13,492,504 | £10,744,270 | £201,841,042 | £8,956,478 | 161 / 0 |
| 2022 | £12,607,518 | £11,689,885 | £9,082,976 | £197,115,489 | £7,717,069 | 148 / 0 |
| 2021 | £10,270,100 | £9,525,618 | £7,872,379 | £195,393,427 | £5,872,196 | 154 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge
What does The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge do?
The provision of education to undergraduate and graduate students. The advancement of knowledge and learning by supporting research pursued by academics and by funding research fellowships. The College maintains the Pepys Library, a collection of international significance, which provides an educational resource.
How much income did The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge report in 2025?
The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge reported total income of £15.10m and reported expenditure of £14.76m 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 Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge?
The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge has a program ratio of 56.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 6% 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 Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge registered as a charity?
The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 August 2010 as charity number 1137542. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge?
The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge is governed by a board of 44 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sir Christopher Greenwood. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge operate?
The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge a registered charity?
Yes — The College Of St Mary Magdalene In The University Of Cambridge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137542.
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- 14 May 2026
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