Balliol College

Q: Are you affiliated with Oxford, Cambridge, or any host campus?

No. We’re independent and not affiliated with Oxford, Cambridge, or any campus/venue mentioned on the site.

Q: Are the programs “official” university courses?

No. Providers are independent and usually contract campus facilities. These are not university-run and do not grant university credit from Oxford or Cambridge.

Q: Do you run courses yourselves?

No—we don’t operate programs. We curate a selection of trusted, independent providers so families can compare options easily.

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Q: Who do I book and pay with?

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Q: What’s included in the price?

It varies by program. Many include tuition, accommodation, meals, and activities; extras (e.g., airport transfers) may be separate. See the provider’s inclusions.

Q: What are the cancellation and refund terms?

Policies are provider-specific. Please read their booking terms carefully and contact the provider with any questions before paying.

Welcome to our guide to the best summer courses taking place on campus at Balliol College.

Campus Summary

The four British Prime Ministers (including Boris Johnson) who lived at Balliol College whilst at university are only a handful of the prestigious alumni who have passed through the College’s doors since it was founded in 1263. It’s a college bursting with history and offers students single bedrooms with shared same-sex bathrooms.

Campus Highlights

Shared bathrooms
Single bedrooms
Sports ground with a football pitch, two squash courts, basketball/netball court and tennis court
Two gyms
Boat house
Purpose-built studio theatre
Music practice rooms
Common room
Cafeteria

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Inspirational Programs & Courses

Browse a curated selection of high-quality academic and enrichment programs hosted at Balliol College. Each program is chosen for its academic strength, student support, and immersive campus experience.

World Leading Oxford Summer Schools for Teens summer school

Cambridge • London • New York • Oxford • Yale

World Leading Oxford Summer Schools for Teens

From £6,995 Ages 12-18 Summer 2026

Experience Oxford Royale's summer programmes on campus at world leading universities, offering students a chance to dive into prestigious academic and cultural enrichment.

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