Oxford University provides world-class scholarships for international students to pursue both undergraduate and graduate degrees. The most competitive and prestigious include Clarendon Fund, Weidenfeld‑Hoffmann, Reach Oxford, and external partnerships, covering tuition and living costs and offering leadership development.
Major Scholarships at Oxford
Clarendon Fund Scholarships
- Automatically considered for all applicants to degree-bearing graduate programs
- Award ~200 scholarships annually across all disciplines
- Covers full course fees, generous living stipend, and research expenses for master’s and DPhil students
Weidenfeld‑Hoffmann Scholarships & Leadership Programme
- ~35 scholarships per year for outstanding graduates and early-career professionals from developing/emerging economies
- Includes full tuition, living costs, and leadership training
- Preference given to applicants with development impact trajectories
Reach Oxford Scholarships
- Funded for talented undergraduates from low-income countries
- Offers full tuition, living stipend, and one return flight
- Included among Oxford’s flagship international outreach scholarships
Other Key Opportunities
- Palgrave Brown Scholarships for select Eastern European students (undergraduate)
- Felix Scholarships for students from India and developing countries pursuing DPhil
- All Souls’ Hugh Springer Scholarships and Black Academic Futures for specific demographics
Who Qualifies?
- Academic excellence is essential (first-class or equivalent)
- Leadership potential and global ambition are key for most awards
- Nationality-specific schemes: e.g., Reach Oxford (low-income countries), Palgrave Brown (Eastern Europe), Felix (India), Weidenfeld‑Hoffmann (emerging economies)
- Applicants must apply before course deadlines—typically in December or January
How to Apply
- Submit your application for your desired course via the official Oxford portal before the deadline.
- Automatic consideration: for Clarendon and other university-administered scholarships (no separate application needed)
- Separate applications: for country-specific or external scholarships follow guidance on the scholarship’s official website
- Selection timelines usually align with spring announcements (April–May) for graduate scholarships
Why These Scholarships Matter
- Provide full funding for some of the world’s strongest academic programs
- Target diverse and global cohorts, elevating leadership and impact potential
- Support scholars from all backgrounds, regardless of financial means or age (Clarendon Fund exception)
- Offer access to mentorship, leadership training, and a global alumni network
