Wadham College
Also known as: Wadham, Wadham College Oxford, Warden Fellows and Scholars of Wadham College in the University of Oxford of the Foundation of Nicholas Wadham and Dorothy His Wife
The College, working with the University, provides an education aimed at offering outstanding students from all backgrounds the opportunity to fulfil their maximum potential and seeks to advance world- leading research. The education provided develops students academically, advances their leadership qualities and inter-personal skills, and prepares them to play full and effective roles in society.
Activities & Mission
The College, working with the University, provides an education aimed at offering outstanding students from all backgrounds the opportunity to fulfil their maximum potential and seeks to advance world- leading research. The education provided develops students academically, advances their leadership qualities and inter-personal skills, and prepares them to play full and effective roles in society.
Grants
Wadham College makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £18,783,000
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £24,140,000 | £18,783,000 | £17,862,000 | £190,932,000 | £2,419,000 | 165 / 0 |
| 2024 | £22,385,000 | £15,078,000 | £14,211,000 | £175,936,000 | £1,183,000 | 159 / 60 |
| 2023 | £18,043,000 | £15,219,000 | £14,318,000 | £159,592,000 | £1,400,000 | 228 / 60 |
| 2022 | £13,623,000 | £15,634,000 | £14,794,000 | £156,774,000 | £1,654,000 | 220 / 60 |
| 2021 | £11,425,000 | £12,600,000 | £11,802,000 | £158,912,000 | £2,400,000 | 197 / 60 |
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Frequently asked questions about Wadham College
What does Wadham College do?
The College, working with the University, provides an education aimed at offering outstanding students from all backgrounds the opportunity to fulfil their maximum potential and seeks to advance world- leading research. The education provided develops students academically, advances their leadership qualities and inter-personal skills, and prepares them to play full and effective roles in society.
How much income did Wadham College report in 2025?
Wadham College reported total income of £24.14m and reported expenditure of £18.78m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Wadham College registered as a charity?
Wadham College was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 January 2011 as charity number 1139726. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Wadham College?
Wadham College is governed by a board of 50 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wadham College operate?
Wadham College operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Wadham College a registered charity?
Yes — Wadham College is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1139726.
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Trustees
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Also Known As
- Wadham
- Wadham College Oxford
- Warden Fellows and Scholars of Wadham College in the University of Oxford of the Foundation of Nicholas Wadham and Dorothy His Wife
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated