The Skoll Scholarship 2025 at the University of Oxford is your chance to pursue an MBA while tackling global social and environmental challenges. Apply below:
When is the Application Deadline:
The application deadline for the fully Funded Skoll MBA Scholarships 2025 is 6 January 2025.
Tell Me About The Award:
Skoll Scholarships provide funding for social innovators who want to undertake an MBA to enhance and broaden their skills for more effective social change. The scholarship covers full MBA course fees and provides partial living expenses. Additionally, beyond financial assistance, scholars join the vibrant Skoll Scholar community which offers an opportunity for lifelong learning and connection with other social innovators. This scholarship recognizes the financial strain an Oxford MBA may pose, especially for those committed to social impact and innovation over purely commercial or public sectors.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
MBA
Type:
MBA Scholarship
Who can Apply?
Also, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Identify opportunities and take action for positive social impact, with at least 3 years of experience driving change through entrepreneurial approaches, such as starting or growing a social venture or leading a social impact initiative.
- Demonstrate outcomes and impact of entrepreneurial action, focusing on addressing unjust systems and practices in your area of work.
- Possess the personal qualities of a social entrepreneur, including being a force for positive change, persistent, willing to fail and start again, action-oriented, risk-taking, and adept at leveraging networks and exploring opportunities.
- The Oxford MBA is crucial to your career trajectory, providing essential business education to develop your work and impact.
- The cost of the program is a significant financial burden, and you demonstrate the need for the Scholarship due to previous work experiences or personal circumstances.
How are Applicants Selected?
Applications are reviewed after each MBA admissions stage. Also, candidates will receive an update on the status of their scholarship application and whether they have been shortlisted shortly after admissions decisions have been made. Final shortlisting is planned to take place in late March with candidates expected to be invited to interview in April and May.
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Which Countries Are Eligible?
All countries
Where will the Award be Taken?
UK
How Many Awards?
Up to 4
What is the Benefit of the Award?
Also, the scholarship covers the applicant’s course fees and a grant for living costs.
How Long Will the Award Last?
Through the duration of the program
How to Apply:
Applicants are to submit a complete MBA application and the Skoll Scholarship essay document by the deadline.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details
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