Skoll Scholarship 2027 at the University of Oxford: Fully Funded Oxford MBA Scholarship for Social Entrepreneurs Driving Systemic Change
The Skoll Scholarship at the University of Oxford provides full tuition and partial living expenses for social entrepreneurs pursuing an Oxford MBA. It equips visionary leaders with world-class business education and lifelong professional networks to scale their social impact.
Overview
The Skoll Scholarship supports exceptional social entrepreneurs who wish to pursue an Oxford MBA at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. Designed to remove financial barriers, the programme empowers leaders tackling pressing social and environmental challenges by combining world-class academic training with lifelong membership in a global changemaker community.
Benefits
- Full Oxford MBA course fees covered.
- Partial living expenses during the MBA programme.
- Admission into the global Skoll Scholar community.
- Lifelong networking, collaboration, and peer support opportunities.
Eligibility
The scholarship is intended for social entrepreneurs who lead or have founded social ventures addressing significant societal challenges. Ideal candidates demonstrate a strong commitment to social innovation, take a systemic approach to change, and are ready to leverage the Oxford MBA to expand their ventures and increase their impact.
How to Apply
Candidates must integrate their scholarship consideration with the Oxford MBA admissions process by completing the following steps:
- Apply directly to Saïd Business School for the Oxford MBA during an eligible admissions round.
- Submit responses to the Skoll Scholarship essay questions as part of the MBA application.
- Undergo MBA admissions review and subsequent scholarship committee evaluation if admitted.
- Complete a Logistics and Reference Form and participate in online interviews if shortlisted.
Deadline
Applications for the Oxford MBA are reviewed across multiple stages, with deadlines occurring in late 2026 and early 2027.