Clarendon Fund Scholarships Renewal Process 2026
Renewal Guidelines & Conditions
If the scholarship is valid for more than one year, renewal is contingent upon submitting an annual scholarship report and making satisfactory academic progress. The Graduate Admissions & Funding team will confirm the scholarship renewal via email upon receipt of the report and confirmation of progress. If a scholar is not making satisfactory progress and needs to repeat periods of study, a review will determine if the scholarship continues. Unless explicitly awarded for both Master's and DPhil study, the scholarship is for a specific course and cannot be extended if a scholar continues to a DPhil; a new application for a Clarendon scholarship would be required.
Key Renewal Prerequisites
- Must pass the previous annual/semester examination in the first attempt.
- No active backlogs or ATKT are permitted in most professional programs.
- Must maintain regular class attendance (typically 75% or higher) validated by the college.
FAQs for Clarendon Fund Scholarships
Q.Do I need to submit a separate application for the Clarendon Fund Scholarship?
No, you do not need to submit a separate application. All eligible graduate applicants who apply for a full-time or part-time Master's or DPhil course at the University of Oxford by the relevant December or January deadline are automatically considered for the Clarendon Scholarship.
Q.What does the Clarendon Fund Scholarship cover?
The Clarendon Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship. It covers all University and college fees in full, and provides a generous annual grant for living expenses. For full-time scholars, this grant is at least £20,780 for the 2025-26 academic year. Part-time scholars receive a study support grant for non-fee costs.
Q.What are the key eligibility criteria for the Clarendon Fund Scholarship?
The scholarship is open to academically outstanding graduate students of all nationalities who are applying for a new full-time or part-time Master's or DPhil course at Oxford. Applicants must demonstrate an excellent academic record, typically a first-class honours degree or equivalent (e.g., GPA of 3.7/4.0 or higher), and apply by the specific course deadline in December or January.
Q.How competitive is the Clarendon Fund Scholarship?
The Clarendon Scholarship is highly competitive and prestigious, attracting outstanding applicants from around the world. Selection is based purely on academic merit and potential, with only a limited number of scholarships (over 200 new scholarships annually) awarded each year.