ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Colleges of the University of Oxford

Okay kiddo! So, you know how there are different houses in Harry Potter, right?

Well, Oxford University also has different "houses" called "colleges." Each college is like its own little community of smart people who study and learn together.

When you go to Oxford, you apply to a specific college (kinda like how you might try to be sorted into Gryffindor or Ravenclaw). Each college has its own unique history, traditions, and buildings.

In your college, you'll have tutors who teach you and help you with your studies. You'll also live and eat with other students in your college.

Don't worry, you'll still get to mix and mingle with students from other colleges too! Oxford also has big events and activities for all students to participate in together.

Overall, the colleges of Oxford are like a bunch of Hogwarts houses all learning and growing together. Cool, huh?