Loughborough College

Loughborough, United Kingdom • Founded 1909

Updated Sep 2026

Overview

English Name: Loughborough College
Founded: 1909
Institution Type: College
Control Type: Public
Loughborough College institutional building
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Loughborough College, a college founded in 1909, is based in Loughborough, United Kingdom. The institution operates as a higher-education provider and contributes to higher-education provision in the United Kingdom.

Location & Contact

Planning a visit to Loughborough College or following up with admissions? Location and contact details are listed below. Admissions email typically replies within 5–10 business days during peak season.

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Phone: +441509215831
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Academic Details

Below: the academic-side numbers and recognition that shape Loughborough College's reputation. Recognition and accreditation are distinct — recognition is government-level, accreditation programme-specific.

Academic Year: 2024/25
Total Students: 18,955
Female Students: 7,785

Programs Offered

Loughborough College's programme finder filters by name across all degree levels. Departmental admissions criteria sometimes differ from institutional minimums — verify against the programme page before relying on either.

14 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 12 programmes

Showing 10 of 12.

Foundation 2 programmes

Scholarships in United Kingdom

Browse the United Kingdom-level scholarships available to students at Loughborough College and peer institutions. Disability and accessibility-focused awards exist in many systems and are often under-applied to relative to availability.

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 Loughborough College

Below is a five-step path through the application process at Loughborough College, useful for first-time applicants and international students.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Loughborough College runs 14 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Before applying to Loughborough College, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for United Kingdom.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Loughborough College's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Route your application through UCAS (ucas.com) for undergraduate entry to Loughborough College. For postgraduate entry, apply directly through Loughborough College's own admissions portal at www.loucoll.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Reach the institution by phone at +441509215831. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Loughborough College

A short Q&A covering Loughborough College's essentials — founding, location, scale, ranking, and academic structure.

How old is Loughborough College?

The institution opened in 1909 (approximately 117 years ago).

What city is Loughborough College in?

Loughborough College operates from Loughborough, United Kingdom.

What is Loughborough College's control type?

Loughborough College is a public institution.

How big is Loughborough College's student body?

Loughborough College serves approximately 18,955 students.

How do I find Loughborough College online?

You can find Loughborough College online at www.loucoll.ac.uk.

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