The Skoll Scholarship 2026 fully funds international students who want to pursue the full‑time MBA at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, in the United Kingdom. This award supports social entrepreneurs who use business skills to create positive global social and environmental impact.

About the Skoll Scholarship

The Skoll Scholarship supports students who lead or have founded social ventures that tackle critical challenges. It funds students who want to deepen their leadership, strategic thinking, and entrepreneurial skills through the Oxford MBA. Successful scholars gain not only financial support but also lifelong connections with a global network of social innovators.

The scholarship comes from the Skoll Foundation and is administered by the Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship at Oxford’s Saïd Business School.

Why Choose the Skoll Scholarship?

The Skoll Scholarship gives you powerful academic and professional advantages:

  • It fully covers your MBA course fees at the University of Oxford.
  • It contributes to living expenses while you study.
  • It connects you with a global community of social entrepreneurs.
  • It expands your network with business leaders, impact innovators, and mentors.
  • It elevates your capacity to lead systemic social and environmental change.

This scholarship lets you focus on impact leadership without financial burden.

Scholarship Summary

  • Host Country: United Kingdom
  • Host Institution: University of Oxford — Saïd Business School
  • Scholarship Name: Skoll Scholarship 2026
  • Study Level: Full‑time MBA (Master of Business Administration)
  • Coverage: Full tuition fees and partial living support
  • Application Opens: Early admissions cycle for 2026‑27 entry
  • Application Stages: Multiple rounds (e.g., Stage 1 to Stage 4)
  • Final Deadline: Early January 2026 (varies by admissions stage)
  • Intake Year: September 2026
  • Eligible Applicants: Social entrepreneurs and impact leaders from all countries
  • Awards per Year: Up to four Skoll Scholarships awarded globally

Scholarship Benefits

The Skoll Scholarship provides:

  • Full tuition fee coverage for the Oxford MBA programme.
  • Living cost support to help cover daily expenses.
  • Access to the Skoll Scholar community for networking and lifelong connections.
  • Leadership development opportunities through workshops and social innovation events.
  • Exposure to world‑renowned entrepreneurs, mentors, and global innovators.

These benefits strengthen your ability to scale impact and lead change worldwide.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Skoll Scholarship, you must:

  • Demonstrate at least three years of experience building or leading a social venture or impactful initiative.
  • Show evidence of measurable social or environmental impact from your work.
  • Express a clear plan to use the Oxford MBA to expand your impact and leadership.
  • Meet the University of Oxford’s admissions requirements for the full‑time MBA programme.
  • Show strong evidence of entrepreneurial leadership, persistence, and systems thinking.
  • Be committed to creating positive change at scale beyond profit motives.

Applicants do not face formal age limits, but selection prioritises impact, experience, and leadership potential.

Required Documents

When you apply, prepare these items:

  • Completed Oxford MBA application form
  • Skoll Scholarship essay responses as part of the admissions process
  • Curriculum vitae (CV) showing career and impact experience
  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Proof of English language proficiency (if required by the MBA programme)

Submit all documents via the Oxford Saïd Business School online application system.

Application Process & Timeline

  • Apply for the MBA: Submit your application to Saïd Business School during one of the admissions stages.
  • Include Skoll Essays: Answer the Skoll Scholarship questions in your application.
  • Submit before the relevant deadline: Each stage has its own cutoff date.
  • Review and Shortlist: The Skoll Selection Committee reviews eligible applications.
  • Attend Interviews: Shortlisted candidates complete an online interview.
  • Receive Results: Successful candidates receive scholarship offers with their MBA acceptance.

Start early to refine your essay responses and strengthen your application.