The University of Oxford is based in Oxford, England. The University says there is no clear date of foundation, but that teaching existed at Oxford in some form in 1096. It describes itself as an independent and self-governing institution made up of the University, its divisions, departments and faculties, and the colleges.
The University has 36 colleges, three societies and four permanent private halls, and four academic divisions: Humanities; Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences; Medical Sciences; and Social Sciences. Its facts and figures page puts enrolment at more than 26,000 students, including 12,460 undergraduates and 13,755 postgraduates, without giving a date. The Vice-Chancellor is Professor Irene Tracey. Lord Hague of Richmond was elected Chancellor in November 2024.