Navigating Cambridge Admissions for History: Easiest College?

Hello everyone! As a prospective History undergraduate at Cambridge, I'm trying to figure out my college choices. Is there a certain college that tends to admit more History students?

When applying to Cambridge University, it's important to remember that you are applying to the University and not to a specific college. That being said, some colleges may admit more history students simply due to the fact that they can accommodate more students in total, not because history is somehow a "less competitive" major at that college.

Therefore, while there are variations in the sizes of the colleges, there isn't necessarily an "easiest" one for history applicants. Cambridge doesn't admit students to colleges based on the subject they wish to study in some strategic fashion; rather, it seeks to ensure a widespread distribution of all subjects across all colleges.

However, you might want to look at the Tripos results (Tripos is the name given to undergraduate coursework in the University of Cambridge) to get a sense of how students at different colleges are performing. This can also give you a rough idea of the colleges where History students have historically done well.

That being said, it's crucial that your choice of college should not just rely on perceived competitiveness or the number of history admits. It should also involve considering the college culture, facilities, location, size, or any other factors that are important to you personally.

For example, while some students might prefer a larger, more central college with a busy, energetic atmosphere, others might opt for a smaller, more laid-back college offering a strong sense of community and tradition.

So, do your research on the individual colleges, speak to current students if you can, and choose a college where you feel you'll fit in and thrive, because happy students tend to be successful students.