The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge
Also known as: St Catharine's College
A College in the University of Cambridge to advance education, religion, learning and research in the arts, social sciences and natural sciences. To achieve this, the College provides, in conjunction with the University of Cambridge, an education for some 600 undergraduate and graduate students which is recognised internationally as being of the highest standard.
Activities & Mission
A College in the University of Cambridge to advance education, religion, learning and research in the arts, social sciences and natural sciences. To achieve this, the College provides, in conjunction with the University of Cambridge, an education for some 600 undergraduate and graduate students which is recognised internationally as being of the highest standard.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 10% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 6% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% 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 | £19,874,000 | £17,024,000 | £12,951,000 | £192,669,000 | £12,773,000 | 193 / 0 |
| 2024 | £21,359,000 | £15,744,000 | £12,678,333 | £191,273,000 | £12,627,000 | 187 / 0 |
| 2023 | £17,711,000 | £15,733,000 | £12,017,000 | £174,846,000 | £11,202,000 | 176 / 0 |
| 2022 | £17,324,000 | £14,492,000 | £11,671,433 | £171,206 | £14,890,000 | 175 / 0 |
| 2021 | £18,038,000 | £12,942,000 | £10,186,995 | £167,842,000 | £7,960,000 | 171 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge
What does The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge do?
A College in the University of Cambridge to advance education, religion, learning and research in the arts, social sciences and natural sciences. To achieve this, the College provides, in conjunction with the University of Cambridge, an education for some 600 undergraduate and graduate students which is recognised internationally as being of the highest standard.
How much income did The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge report in 2025?
The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge reported total income of £19.87m and reported expenditure of £17.02m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge?
The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge has a program ratio of 65.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge registered as a charity?
The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 August 2010 as charity number 1137463. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge?
The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge is governed by a board of 68 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sir John Benger. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge operate?
The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge a registered charity?
Yes — The Master And Fellows Of The College Or Hall Of Saint Catharine The Virgin In The University Of Cambridge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137463.
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