Exeter College | College History and University Clothing

Exeter College is the fourth oldest college of the University and was founded in 1314 by Walter de Stapledon, Bishop of Exeter, as a school to educate clergymen. It has since become associated with a much broader range of notable alumni, including William Morris, J. R. R. Tolkien, Richard Burton, Roger Bannister, Alan Bennett, and Philip Pullman.

Still situated in its original location in Turl Street, Exeter College was known as Stapeldon Hall and was significantly smaller, with just twelve to fourteen students. The college grew significantly from the 15th century onward, and began offering rooms to its students. The College motto is "Floreat Exon.", meaning "Let Exeter Flourish"

As one of the smaller Oxford colleges, Exeter has a reputation for having a close-knit student body. First-year undergraduates are housed on the college’s Turl Street site, and there is dedicated graduate accommodation for the college on Iffley Road. There is also an emphasis placed on tradition during special occasions including Burns Night and Thanksgiving dinner. 

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