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COLLEGE LIFE
Catz fivezero: 1962–2012
Catz
fivezero
securing the future
The Catz|fivezero Campaign: Our Progress in 2012
As we enter its final stages, we are delighted to
report that our Catz|fivezero Campaign is experiencing
tremendous success. Our aim is to grow our Endowment
by raising £10 million, enabling us to give more financial
support to our students, preserve our remarkable
tutorial system, and continue upgrading our magnificent
buildings.
The Power of Your Philanthropy
The impact of your support for the Catz|fivezero
Campaign is keenly felt in all areas of the College. From
providing scholarships to recruiting world-class academics
and installing new computers, your philanthropy makes a
wonderful difference.
Nearly one
quarter of
our Alumni
have made
a donation
during the
Campaign
So far, we have raised over £14 million, of which £6.7
million has already been received. What’s more, nearly
a quarter of our Alumni have made a donation during
the Campaign – a testament to the powerful impact
of a Catz education and the enduring connection our
students forge with the College.
Launched in 2008, the Catz|fivezero Campaign is at the
root of our efforts to prepare the College for the next
50 years and beyond. The quality of student life at Catz
depends on the generosity of Alumni, Parents & Friends
such as you, and we are extremely thankful for all the
support we have received. n
After the recent increase in tuition fees, the cost of
a 3-year course at Oxford for Home & EU students is
estimated to rise above £50,000. Our students are now
facing a large financial burden, which may deter talented
young people from applying to Catz. Thanks to your
generosity, we have been able to increase the financial
support we offer our students. Last year, your donations
helped us to support 115 undergraduates – an increase
of nearly 50% since 2008. Around 1 in 5 undergraduates
currently receive financial assistance from the College,
which enables students to attend Catz who otherwise
may not have been able afford it. We are also intensifying
our efforts in the field of access. In 2012, the College
created an Admissions & Access Officer post for the first
time, specifically tasked with boosting outreach activity
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