The Skoll MBA Scholarship 2027 is accepting applications from social entrepreneurs seeking a fully funded MBA at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School. The award supports founders and impact leaders who use entrepreneurial approaches to address social or environmental challenges.
Oxford says the scholarship covers full MBA course fees and provides a living-cost stipend of at least £21,805. The university may award up to four scholarships for the 2027-28 class. Successful applicants also join the Skoll Scholar community, a global network of innovators, mentors and peers.
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“The Skoll Scholarship is a prestigious opportunity for social entrepreneurs to pursue an Oxford MBA with full financial support and access to the Skoll community,” the Skoll Centre says. The network provides lifelong learning, collaboration and leadership development.
Who Can Apply for the Skoll MBA Scholarship
Candidates must have at least three years of experience building and leading a social venture or initiative. They must also show evidence of significant social or environmental impact.
The initiative may operate as a business, non-profit organisation or programme within a larger institution. Oxford defines eligible work as an entrepreneurial effort that tackles a serious challenge and seeks sustainable systems change.
The selection committee looks for leadership, persistence, humility and a clear understanding of the issue. Applicants should show lived experience or long-term engagement with affected communities. They must explain how an Oxford MBA would help expand their impact.
Candidates also need a career plan focused on long-term change. They must demonstrate financial need based on their circumstances, career path or previous work.
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There is no age restriction. The programme welcomes applicants worldwide and encourages women, underrepresented groups and candidates from the Global South. Applicants must meet Oxford MBA admission requirements before the scholarship committee can consider them.
Application Process and January 2027 Deadline
Candidates must apply directly to the Oxford MBA during one of the first four admissions stages. They must upload answers to the Skoll Scholarship essay questions through the funding section of the MBA application.
Oxford has set January 8, 2027, as the scholarship deadline. The MBA admissions team first decides whether to offer the candidate a place. Applications from admitted candidates then move to the Skoll Scholarship Selection Committee, provided they include the required essays.
Shortlisted applicants must complete a logistics and reference form. They will attend first-stage online interviews, followed by a final interview for successful candidates. Oxford expects final shortlisting in late March, with interviews in April or May.
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Candidates need an unconditional MBA offer to reach the final scholarship stage. Those holding only a conditional offer at that point will not remain eligible.
The scholarship supports Oxford’s one-year MBA and adds access to the Skoll Centre’s impact-focused programmes. The centre says 91% of Skoll Scholars later started a new social venture or initiative. More than 100 social entrepreneurs have joined the network since the first scholars arrived in 2004.
