Skoll Scholarship 2027 | Fully Funded Oxford MBA for Social Entrepreneurs

Are you a social entrepreneur committed to solving the world’s most pressing social or environmental challenges? The Skoll Scholarship 2027 offers an exceptional opportunity to pursue a fully funded MBA at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School while joining a global network of changemakers.

Administered by the Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship, the scholarship supports visionary leaders who have demonstrated entrepreneurial innovation and measurable social impact. In addition to financial support, scholars become part of the prestigious Skoll Scholar Community, gaining lifelong access to mentors, collaborators, and leading social innovators. (The Skoll Centre)

Scholarship Summary

• Host Country: United Kingdom
• University: University of Oxford
• Business School: Oxford Saïd Business School
• Scholarship: Skoll Scholarship 2027
• Degree Level: Full-Time MBA (One Year)
• Funding: Fully Funded
• Eligible Applicants: Social Entrepreneurs Worldwide
• Scholarship Provider: Skoll Centre, University of Oxford

Scholarship Benefits

The Skoll Scholarship provides generous financial support, including:

• Full Oxford MBA tuition fees
• Financial support toward living expenses
• Membership in the prestigious Skoll Scholar Community
• Access to lifelong networking opportunities
• Leadership development and mentoring
• Exclusive events with global social entrepreneurs and impact leaders
• Opportunities for collaboration and lifelong learning

Who Can Apply?

The scholarship is designed for individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in social entrepreneurship.

Applicants should:

• Have at least three years of experience building and leading a social venture or initiative.
• Demonstrate measurable social or environmental impact.
• Show entrepreneurial leadership and innovation.
• Be committed to creating long-term systemic change.
• Demonstrate why an Oxford MBA is important for expanding their impact.
• Meet the admission requirements for the Oxford Saïd MBA programme.

Selection Criteria

Successful candidates are evaluated based on:

• Proven entrepreneurial experience
• Significant social impact
• Leadership potential
• Commitment to systemic social or environmental change
• Clear vision for future impact
• Financial need and ability to benefit from the scholarship
• Strong fit with the Oxford MBA programme (The Skoll Centre)

Required Documents

Applicants typically need:

• Completed Oxford MBA application
• Academic transcripts
• Bachelor’s degree certificate
• Updated CV or résumé
• Essays for the Oxford MBA
• Skoll Scholarship essay responses
• Professional references
• Valid passport
• Any additional documents requested by Oxford Saïd Business School (The Skoll Centre)

How to Apply

To apply for the Skoll Scholarship:

1. Apply for admission to the Oxford Saïd Business School MBA.
2. Submit all required MBA application materials before the relevant admissions deadline.
3. Complete the Skoll Scholarship essay questions within the MBA application.
4. If admitted to the MBA, your scholarship application will automatically be reviewed.
5. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews.
6. Successful candidates will receive the final scholarship offer. (The Skoll Centre)

Why Choose the Skoll Scholarship?

The Skoll Scholarship is one of the world’s leading awards for social entrepreneurs. Beyond funding, scholars become members of an influential international community dedicated to creating sustainable social and environmental change.

The programme combines the academic excellence of the University of Oxford, the practical learning of the Oxford MBA, and the collaborative support of the Skoll Scholar Community to help entrepreneurs scale their impact globally. (The Skoll Centre)

Application Timeline

Applications are submitted alongside the Oxford MBA admissions process. Candidates should apply during one of the official MBA admission stages and submit all required scholarship essays before the applicable deadline.