Skoll Scholarships offer funding for social innovators pursuing an MBA, covering course fees and living expenses. Acknowledging the financial burden of an Oxford MBA, the scholarship also facilitates connection within the Skoll Scholar community, fostering lifelong learning among social innovators.
Application Deadline
- 6 January 2027
Tell Me About The Scholarship
The Skoll Scholarship, offered by the Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship at Oxford Saïd Business School, supports social innovators pursuing the Oxford MBA. It covers full tuition fees and provides a living stipend, while also connecting scholars to a global community of changemakers.
Which Fields are Eligible
Eligible for:
- MBA at Oxford Saïd Business School
- 1+1 MBA (MBA combined with a Master’s in another discipline)
Type
- Postgraduate Scholarship | MBA | Social Entrepreneurship | UK
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Have a strong track record in social entrepreneurship.
- Intend to continue creating positive social impact after their studies.
- Submit a complete MBA application and the Skoll Scholarship essay document by the deadline.
How Are Scholars Selected
- Scholarship essays reviewed after each MBA admissions stage.
- Shortlisting in late March 2027.
- Interviews held in April or May 2027.
- Selection based on demonstrated social impact, leadership, and entrepreneurial innovation.
Which Countries are Eligible
- Global – applicants from all countries are welcome.
Where Will the Scholarship Be Taken
- Oxford Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, UK.
How Many Scholars
- Up to four scholarships awarded annually.
What is the Benefit of the Scholarship
- Full MBA course fees.
- Living stipend of at least £21,805.
- Membership in the Skoll Scholar community for lifelong learning and networking.
- Access to Oxford Saïd’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
How Long Will the Scholarship Last
- Covers the one‑year MBA programme (or the 1+1 MBA structure).
Required Documents
- MBA application form.
- Skoll Scholarship essay document (found in the Funding section of the MBA application).
- Supporting academic and professional records.
How to Apply
- Apply for the Oxford MBA or 1+1 MBA.
- Complete the Skoll Scholarship essay document in the Funding section.
- Submit by 6 January 2027.
- Await shortlisting (March 2027) and interviews (April–May 2027).
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