The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford
Also known as: Merton College
THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION AND LEARNING THROUGH PROVISION OF TEACHING AND EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT TO APPROXIMATELY 600 RESIDENT UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS WHO ARE ENGAGED ON A COURSE OF STUDIES LEADING TO THE AWARD OF A DEGREE IN THE UNIVERISTY OF OXFORD AND THROUGH THE APPOINTMENT OR EMPLOYMENT OF FELLOWS AND ACADEMIC STAFF WHO ARE ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN RESEARCH
Activities & Mission
THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION AND LEARNING THROUGH PROVISION OF TEACHING AND EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT TO APPROXIMATELY 600 RESIDENT UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS WHO ARE ENGAGED ON A COURSE OF STUDIES LEADING TO THE AWARD OF A DEGREE IN THE UNIVERISTY OF OXFORD AND THROUGH THE APPOINTMENT OR EMPLOYMENT OF FELLOWS AND ACADEMIC STAFF WHO ARE ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN RESEARCH
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 83% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 12% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 4% 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 | £20,350,000 | £23,996,000 | £20,449,000 | £419,586,000 | £5,724,000 | 153 / 0 |
| 2024 | £21,160,000 | £21,855,000 | £18,058,000 | £407,549,000 | £7,796,000 | 155 / 0 |
| 2023 | £19,304,000 | £19,047,000 | £16,165,000 | £358,061,000 | £8,425,000 | 153 / 0 |
| 2022 | £15,112,000 | £18,981,000 | £16,011,000 | £363,494,000 | £8,225,000 | 138 / 0 |
| 2021 | £13,847,000 | £16,969,000 | £14,822,000 | £339,597,000 | £6,874,000 | 132 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford
What does The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford do?
THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION AND LEARNING THROUGH PROVISION OF TEACHING AND EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT TO APPROXIMATELY 600 RESIDENT UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS WHO ARE ENGAGED ON A COURSE OF STUDIES LEADING TO THE AWARD OF A DEGREE IN THE UNIVERISTY OF OXFORD AND THROUGH THE APPOINTMENT OR EMPLOYMENT OF FELLOWS AND ACADEMIC STAFF WHO ARE ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN RESEARCH
How much income did The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford report in 2025?
The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford reported total income of £20.35m and reported expenditure of £24.00m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford?
The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford has a program ratio of 100.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 83% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford registered as a charity?
The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 November 2010 as charity number 1139022. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford?
The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford is governed by a board of 53 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford operate?
The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford a registered charity?
Yes — The Warden And Scholars Of The House Or College Of Scholars Of Merton In The University Of Oxford is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1139022.
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MERTON STREET
OXFORD
OX1 4JD
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