Basically, Cambridge only takes the best. As a result, the University boasts an impressive array of alumni around the world, including political leaders, titans of industry and famous entertainers.

BIPPA/Central Press/Getty Queen Elizabeth 's oldest child, the Prince of Wales, became the first British heir apparent to earn a university degree when he attended Trinity College, Cambridge.

During his time at Cambridge University, the Prince of Wales was involved in the Dryden Society, Trinity College's drama group, and he was known to appear in sketches and revues, even writing some ...