Cost of Study
International students pay £38,515 annually for core programs—A Level, Foundation, GCSE, or Pre-A Level (2026 rates). This divides into three terms at roughly £12,838 each, charged for the full course regardless of attendance. Shorter options include one term for £12,840 or five-term GCSE from January for £29,450. Enrollment requires a non-refundable £600 registration fee and £2,500 deposit, returned upon completion.
Accommodation and Meals
CATS College Cambridge offers two residences: Elizabeth House for ages 14-17 and Darwin House, opening June 2026. Standard singles with en-suite bathrooms and full board run £21,520 yearly; premium options range from £22,340 to £24,885. Full board includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner weekdays, plus brunch and dinner weekends—all prepared by Thomas Franks with vegetarian and halal choices. Under-18s must choose catered board; adults can self-cater for £16,980-20,350.
Additional Expenses at CATS College Cambridge
Exams represent a separate expense at CATS College Cambridge: IELTS costs £220 per attempt, Foundation subjects £125 each, GCSE £85, and others £60-130. University applications through UCAS run £70, textbooks around £400, and branded hoodie with shirt £60. Trips also require budgeting: day excursions cost roughly £40, weekend getaways about £435, and holiday breaks to Seville or Krakow range from £650 to £1,200 with flights and accommodation. Visa expenses include the £776 annual health surcharge and visa itself from £1,000, plus airport transfers of £120-260 depending on Stansted or Gatwick.
Overall Budget
Core expenses—tuition plus accommodation with meals—already exceed £60,000 annually. Adding exams, learning materials, health surcharge, transfers, and visa costs means budgeting for these in advance. CATS College Cambridge accepts payment by term, which allows spreading costs evenly throughout the year. The £2,500 deposit paid upon enrollment is returned after studies conclude.
