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Inside Eton College, the exclusive boarding school that's been called 'the nursery of England's gentlemen' and that counts Boris Johnson, Prince William and Eddie Redmayne among its graduates

Jul 24, 2019, 15:50 IST

Eton was founded in 1440 by King Henry VI.

Before being accepted, students go through a two-part application process that begins three years before they enroll.

Eton students live in one of the 25 houses on campus.

Students wear Eton's traditional uniform.

Eton plans out students' entire day, beginning with Chapel at 8:35 a.m.

Life at Eton is governed by traditions, including the wall game.

Eton students are known for their powerful connections.

Fifteen members of the British royal family have attended Eton, including Prince William and Prince Harry, according to the BBC.

Incoming Prime Minister Boris Johnson will be the fifth Eton graduate to become Prime Minister since World War II.

Royals and future politicians are not the only famous graduates to come out of Eton. Actors Tom Hiddleston and Eddie Redmayne are also 'Old Etonians.'

Prince Harry and Meghan are considering not sending their son Archie to Eton, Business Insider previously reported.

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