The Oxford Skoll Scholarship 2027 is a prestigious fully funded scholarship for outstanding social entrepreneurs pursuing an MBA at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School. The scholarship supports individuals who have demonstrated a strong commitment to creating positive social change through innovation and entrepreneurship.
In addition to covering full MBA tuition fees, the scholarship provides a generous living stipend and lifelong access to the Skoll Scholar community, enabling recipients to expand the impact of their social ventures.
Oxford Skoll Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Host Institution: University of Oxford (Saïd Business School)
- Study Level: Master’s (MBA)
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Benefits: Full tuition, living stipend of at least £21,805, lifelong Skoll Scholar community membership
- Application Deadline: 8 January 2027
About the Oxford Skoll Scholarship
The Oxford Skoll Scholarship is awarded to exceptional social entrepreneurs who have founded or led initiatives addressing significant social or environmental challenges.
The scholarship is administered through the Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship at Oxford Saïd, one of the world’s leading centers for research, education, and practice in social innovation.
The program enables scholars to:
- Develop leadership and management skills through Oxford’s MBA program.
- Strengthen and scale their social enterprises.
- Collaborate with global leaders in social innovation.
- Join an international network of social entrepreneurs committed to solving complex global challenges.
The scholarship combines financial support with leadership development, mentoring, and access to a vibrant community of changemakers.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full coverage of Oxford MBA tuition fees.
- Living stipend of at least £21,805 for living expenses.
- Membership in the Skoll Scholar community.
- Lifelong networking opportunities with global social entrepreneurs.
- Access to leadership development, mentorship, and entrepreneurship resources through the Skoll Centre.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Oxford Skoll Scholarship, applicants must:
- Demonstrate a strong track record in social entrepreneurship.
- Show significant leadership in creating positive social impact.
- Intend to continue developing social or environmental solutions after completing the MBA.
- Submit a complete application for the Oxford MBA program at Saïd Business School.
- Meet all admission requirements for the Oxford MBA.
Scholarship Conditions
Successful scholars are expected to:
- Enroll in the full-time Oxford MBA program.
- Actively participate in activities organized by the Skoll Centre.
- Engage with the Skoll Scholar community during and after the MBA.
- Continue contributing to social entrepreneurship and positive societal impact after graduation.
How to Apply
To apply for the Oxford Skoll Scholarship:
- Apply for admission to the Oxford MBA program at Saïd Business School.
- Complete all required sections of the MBA application.
- Locate the Funding section within the MBA application and complete the Skoll Scholarship essay.
- Submit all required admission documents, including your academic and professional credentials.
- Submit your complete MBA and scholarship application before 8 January 2027.
- Shortlisted applicants will be invited to participate in the subsequent stages of the scholarship selection process.
📋 Required Documents
- Academic Transcripts
- Professional references
- Skoll Scholarship essay (submitted through the funding section of the MBA application)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or résumé
- Completed Oxford MBA application
- Any additional documents required for admission to the Oxford MBA program