Skoll Scholarship 2026 | Oxford Saïd Business School – MBA for Social Innovators

Skoll Scholarship 2026 | Oxford Saïd Business School – MBA for Social Innovators: Overview

The Skoll Scholarship supports exceptional social innovators who wish to pursue an MBA at Oxford Saïd Business School to strengthen their ability to drive impactful, systemic social change.
It provides full tuition coverage plus a grant for living costs, allowing recipients to focus on their studies and social impact work without the financial burden.
Beyond funding, scholars join a global community of like-minded change-makers for lifelong collaboration, mentorship, and learning.

Provider: Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship, University of Oxford
Location: Oxford, United Kingdom
Study Level: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Application Deadline: 7 January 2026

Skoll Scholarship 2026 | Oxford Saïd Business School – MBA for Social Innovators: Eligibility

• Demonstrated track record in social entrepreneurship or social innovation.

• Commitment to pursuing a career dedicated to positive social impact post-MBA.

• Must meet Oxford MBA admission requirements.

Skoll Scholarship 2026 | Oxford Saïd Business School – MBA for Social Innovators: Benefits

• Full Oxford MBA course fees covered.

• Partial living cost grant.

• Membership in the Skoll Scholar Community for networking and lifelong support.

Skoll Scholarship 2026 | Oxford Saïd Business School – MBA for Social Innovators: Program Components

• Intensive one-year MBA program at Oxford Saïd Business School.

• Access to workshops, mentorship, and events through the Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship.

• Opportunities for collaboration with other social innovators worldwide.

Application Requirements

• Completed Oxford MBA application.

• Skoll Scholarship essay document (found in the Funding section of the MBA application).

• Strong evidence of social impact leadership.

Selection Criteria

• Proven leadership in social innovation.

• Potential to create large-scale, positive change.

• Commitment to working in social impact over purely commercial roles.

Application Process

1. Submit a complete Oxford MBA application by 7 January 2026.

2. Upload the Skoll Scholarship essay document within the application.

3. Applications reviewed after each MBA admissions stage.

4. Shortlisted candidates notified after admissions decisions.

5. Final shortlisting in late March; interviews held in April–May 2026.

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the Skoll Scholarship 2026 | Oxford Saïd Business School – MBA for Social Innovators