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Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarship 2027


Country: United Kingdom

University: University of Oxford

Degree: Master’s + MBA

Deadline: 2027-01-06


Description

The Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarship 2027 is a prestigious fully funded opportunity at the University of Oxford for exceptional students who want to develop solutions to major social and environmental challenges. The scholarship supports students admitted to the Oxford 1+1 MBA, a two-year programme that combines a one-year specialised Master’s degree with the one-year Oxford MBA. The scholarship provides full funding for tuition, college fees and living expenses for both years of study, making it one of Oxford’s most comprehensive graduate funding opportunities. Up to five exceptional students are selected each year. Applicants should demonstrate academic achievement, leadership potential, strong personal character and integrity, together with a clear commitment to addressing world-scale social challenges. Candidates should also show the ability to develop scalable and sustainable solutions and explain how their future career will contribute to positive social impact. To be considered, applicants must apply separately to their chosen Oxford Master’s programme and the Oxford MBA within the relevant application cycle. Successful candidates join a community offering valuable mentorship, networking and opportunities connected with the Pershing Square Foundation.


Benefits

  • Full tuition fees for both the Master’s and MBA
  • College fees
  • Living expenses for both years
  • Mentorship opportunities
  • Networking opportunities
  • Access to the Pershing Square community

Eligibility

  • Applicants to the Oxford 1+1 MBA
  • Admission to a qualifying Oxford Master’s programme
  • Admission to the Oxford MBA
  • Strong academic achievement
  • Leadership potential
  • Strong character and integrity
  • Commitment to addressing world-scale social challenges

Required Documents

  • Oxford Master’s application
  • Oxford MBA application
  • Academic transcripts
  • CV
  • References
  • Personal statement
  • Scholarship essay


Programs Offered

  • Eligible Oxford 1+1 Master’s programmes combined with the Oxford MBA

About the Role

The **Pershing Square Scholar** is expected to become a future leader committed to addressing **world-scale social challenges**. Successful scholars should demonstrate leadership, integrity and a clear vision for developing **scalable and sustainable solutions** that can create meaningful social impact. The programme also encourages scholars to engage with the **Pershing Square Foundation community** through mentorship, networking and opportunities to exchange ideas with individuals and organisations working toward positive change.

How to Apply

  • Choose an eligible Oxford Master’s programme
  • Submit the Master’s application
  • Apply separately to the Oxford MBA
  • Submit both applications within the required deadlines
  • Complete the Pershing Square scholarship essay
  • Meet the scholarship eligibility criteria

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