Ellison Scholars Undergraduate Scholarship (Oxford – Fully Funded)
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Summary:
The Ellison Scholars Programme offers a fully funded undergraduate degree at the University of Oxford, combined with paid summer research internships tackling global challenges like AI, climate change, and health. It’s extremely competitive and targets high-achieving, innovative students with strong academic results and real-world impact. Applications open 1 May 2026 for October 2027 entry. Scholars study any course at Oxford while working on cutting-edge projects with the Ellison Institute of Technology.
Scholarship Name
Ellison Scholars Undergraduate Programme
Host / University
- Ellison Institute of Technology
- University of Oxford
Level of Study
Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree – Any Course at Oxford)
Value / Benefits (Fully Funded)
- Full tuition fees at Oxford
- Living expenses (accommodation + stipend)
- 10-week paid summer internships every year
- Work on real-world global tech projects
- Access to world-class researchers and mentors
Eligibility Criteria
You must:
- Meet University of Oxford admission requirements
- Have (or be completing) a valid secondary school qualification
- Meet English language requirements
- Show exceptional academic performance
What They’re REALLY Looking For (Key Selection Factors)
1. Alignment (Big One)
You must show interest in at least one area:
- AI & Robotics
- Climate Change
- Health & Biology
- Food Security
Not just interest — proof (projects, learning, impact)
2. Excellence
- Top grades
- Competitions, awards, or academic achievements
- Strong problem-solving ability
3. Innovation
- Built something? (app, tool, project)
- Hackathons, research, startups
- Creative problem-solving mindset
4. Collaboration
- Teamwork experience
- Leadership or community involvement
5. Tenacity
- Evidence you didn’t quit when things got hard
6. Integrity
- Strong character, honesty, trustworthiness
Unique Feature (This is What Makes It Elite)
Every summer, you’ll work on real projects like:
- AI systems
- Climate solutions
- Medical innovations
👉 Not theory — actual global problem-solving
Application Timeline
- Applications Open: 1 May 2026
- Deadline: 31 July 2026
- Semi-finalists: Sept – Oct 2026
- Oxford Application: Required separately
- Final Selection: March – April 2027
- Start: October 2027
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Apply for Ellison Scholars (when it opens)
- If shortlisted → apply to the University of Oxford
- Get an Oxford offer
- Attend final interviews
- Get selected
For more information and application:
Visit the official website of the Ellison Scholars Undergraduate Programme
