John Snow College

John Snow College is a friendly, diverse, active and inclusive community. Proud of our heritage, we celebrate both Durham University's traditional values and the modernity of our College life.

Welcome to John Snow College!

There is a great variety of sport, leisure and well-being clubs and groups, music, theatre and art societies.

Our students are involved in a lot of volunteering and charity work, and welcome new students to get involved in this important part of College life. We have a long standing tradition of attracting students from all over the world, and we are a truly International College. Our College staff provide friendly and first class support for new students, and our priority is students’ personal safety and their health and well-being.

College Life

Overview

Year founded	2001
Motto	Per Scientiam et Prudentiam Quaere Summam (To seek the highest through knowledge and wisdom)
Number of students living in the college	492 of 1,503 total students
1st year rooms	404
Catering options	Self-catered
Gowned formal dinners	Yes

About us

John Snow College is on the Mount Oswald site in Durham City. The College's role is to provide a friendly, safe and stimulating environment for your degree studies at Durham University.

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