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Croydon College

London, United Kingdom • Founded 1868

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: croydon.ac.uk

Overview

English Name: Croydon College
Founded: 1868
Institution Type: College
Control Type: Public
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Croydon College is a public college located in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 1868, it operates as a higher-education provider.

At Croydon College, the institution runs a small set of programmes.

Location & Contact

Croydon College's physical location and contact details are listed below.

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Programs Offered

Search and filter Croydon College's available programmes by degree level.

1 programme on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Foundation 1 programme

Scholarships in United Kingdom

Funding options available to students studying in the United Kingdom, alongside Croydon College's costs.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Croydon College

How to apply to Croydon College — a five-step structure.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Croydon College offers 1 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Each programme at Croydon College has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Apply through UCAS or direct entry

    Undergraduate applicants apply through UCAS (ucas.com) rather than directly to Croydon College. Postgraduate applicants apply directly through Croydon College's own admissions portal at croydon.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Croydon College

Common questions about Croydon College, answered from data on record.

In what year was Croydon College established?

Croydon College was founded in 1868 (approximately 158 years ago).

Where is Croydon College located?

Croydon College is located in London, United Kingdom.

What is Croydon College's control type?

It is a public higher-education institution.

How do I find Croydon College online?

You can find Croydon College online at croydon.ac.uk.

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