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Newnham College is the lively and sociable women’s College at the heart of the University of Cambridge. Founded in 1871, we are the oldest College run by women, for women. At its heart, a Cambridge College is a community of learning, teaching and research.
Newnham College is a women's constituent college of the University of Cambridge. The college was founded in 1871 by a group organising Lectures for Ladies, members of which included philosopher Henry Sidgwick and suffragist campaigner Millicent Garrett Fawcett. It was the second women's college to be founded at Cambridge, following Girton College.
About. Newnham is one of the 31 colleges of the University of Cambridge: a place of learning, teaching and research. Our college was established in 1871, as a women’s college at a time when women were not allowed to attend the University.
Explore the College on our Virtual Tour. Come to an Open Day. 150 years ago, a group of radicals – philosophers, campaigners, scientists, writers – came together to create a Cambridge College for women unlike any other. Newnham proudly remains radical, friendly, supportive and challenging, and equality is at our heart.
Admissions. Newnham is a historic and beautiful College in the centre of Cambridge. Each year we welcome high-achieving students from many different nationalities and backgrounds. Newnham is a place to excel and it is a place where you will find support, encouragement and friendship.
About. Newnham College was established in 1871, as a women’s college at a time when women were not allowed to attend the University. Our co-founders included Dame Millicent Garrett Fawcett, the famous campaigner for women’s suffrage. Find out about our history and discover some of the moments in the Newnham timeline. Library.
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS. Newnham College is a women's constituent college of the University of Cambridge. Quick Facts Location, Abbreviation ... Close. The college was founded in 1871 by a group organising Lectures for Ladies, members of which included philosopher Henry Sidgwick and suffragist campaigner Millicent Garrett Fawcett.
