Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarships
Saïd Business School, University of Oxford · All India
Amount
£21,805 (approx. ₹97.4 Lakh+)
Deadline
31 Oct
Status
Open now
Provider Type
University
Last Verified
2026-27
About the Program
Comprehensive guide for Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarships. Get eligibility details, stipend amounts, and registration instructions here.
Benefits & Financial Support
£21,805 (approx. ₹97.4 Lakh+)
The scholarship is fully funded. It covers full course fees for both the Master's degree and the MBA programme. Additionally, it provides a grant for living costs of at least £21,805 (approximately 2,289,525 INR, based on 1 GBP = 105 INR) for each year of study.
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Target Degree:New applicants to the Oxford 1+1 MBA programme, which combines a Master's degree from one of several Oxford University departments with a one-year MBA.
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Nationality:Open to applicants of any nationality from all over the world.
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Admission Status:Must be admitted to both a 1+1 MBA partnering programme and to the MBA prior to being considered for the scholarship (waitlisted or re-evaluated applicants will not be considered).
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Academic Achievement:Demonstrated academic excellence.
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Leadership Potential:Demonstrated through experience and motivation.
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Character & Commitment:Strong personal character, integrity, and commitment.
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Social Impact Focus:Intention to address world-scale social challenges in your career, either in an existing organisation or through the development of a new enterprise.
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Vision:Ability to envision how to achieve scalable and sustainable solutions to these challenges and an articulated vision on how the Oxford 1+1 MBA will help you fulfil your objectives.
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Work Experience:While not a direct scholarship eligibility, the MBA component generally requires at least two years of full-time work experience demonstrating career progression, international exposure, and leadership potential.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
- Education level: MBA, Masters
- Course / stream: MBA, Masters
- Income limit: No income bar
- Category: General, OBC, SC, ST
- Domicile: All India
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- —Completed application for the chosen Master's programme
- —Completed application for the Oxford 1+1 MBA programme
- —Scholarship essay (max 500 words) answering: 'How do you intend to change the world and what does this tell us about you as a person?' (uploaded in the 'Funding' section of the 1+1 MBA application)
- —Academic Transcripts
- —GMAT or GRE scores (if required by your chosen Master's or MBA programme)
- —Letters of Recommendation (typically two academic/professional references for MBA)
- —Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- —English language proficiency certificate (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL) if required
- —Valid passport or national ID
- —Personal statement/Statement of Purpose (as required by the specific Master's and MBA applications)
Selection Process
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The selection process is highly competitive and based on the following attributes, which should be highlighted in the 1+1 MBA application, scholarship essay, and interview answers:
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Academic Achievement:Demonstrated through degree results, GMAT or GRE score, previous university prizes and awards, and other academic achievements.
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Leadership Potential:Demonstrated through experience and motivation.
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Personal Character:Strong personal character, integrity, and commitment.
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Social Impact Intention:Intention to focus on addressing world-scale social challenges in your career, either in an existing organisation or through the development of a new enterprise.
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Solution Vision:Ability to envision how to achieve scalable and sustainable solutions to these challenges.
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Program Fit:Articulated vision on how the Oxford 1+1 MBA will allow you to fulfil your objectives.
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Shortlisting is planned for early April, with candidates invited to interview in late April or early May.
Renewal Policy
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The scholarship provides funding for both years of the 1+1 MBA programme (the Master's degree year and the MBA year)
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Renewal for the second year is contingent upon satisfactory academic progress and continuation in the 1+1 MBA programme.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via the official portal. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Meet Entry Requirements
Ensure you meet the entry requirements for both the Oxford MBA and your chosen Master's program.
- 2Apply to Master's Program
Submit a complete application for your chosen Master's program by its specific deadline (deadlines vary but typically fall in December or January).
- 3Apply to 1+1 MBA
Submit a complete application for the 1+1 MBA program by January 7, 2027.
- 4Upload Scholarship Essay
In the 'Funding' section of the 1+1 MBA application, upload a scholarship essay (maximum 500 words) addressing the question: 'How do you intend to change the world and what does this tell us about you as a person?'.
- 5Submit Supporting Documents
Ensure all required supporting documents, such as academic transcripts, GMAT/GRE scores, letters of recommendation, CV, and English proficiency certificates, are submitted with both your Master's and MBA applications.
- 6Interview
If shortlisted, you will be invited for an interview with the scholarship panel, typically in late April or early May.
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Official Last Date & Timelines
31 October 2026
Dates are subject to change per the provider's official notification. Apply well before the closing date.
Common Questions (FAQs)
How many Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarships are awarded each year?
Up to five full scholarships are awarded annually to outstanding students.
What does the Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarship cover?
The scholarship is fully funded, covering full course fees for both the Master's degree and the MBA programme, plus a grant for living costs of at least £21,805 for each year of study.
What is the application deadline for the Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarship for 2026/2027?
You must apply by January 7, 2027, for the 1+1 MBA programme. Additionally, you must apply for your chosen Master's programme by its specific deadline, which typically falls in either December or January.
Can current Master's students at Oxford apply for this scholarship?
Yes, current Master's students who have been admitted to the MBA and were not considered for the scholarship in the previous year are eligible to apply. They will be considered in the third priority group for the scholarship.
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