OXFORD, United Kingdom — September 1, 2026.
The University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School is offering up to £40,000 toward Oxford MBA course fees through its Future Leaders Scholarships 2027 — and, in a detail that surprises most applicants, there is no separate scholarship application at all. Every eligible MBA applicant is considered automatically on the strength of their admission file.
Automatic consideration
Every eligible Oxford MBA applicant is automatically considered for this scholarship based on the strength of their MBA application. No extra essays, no second deadline, no separate form — the quality of your admission file is your scholarship application.
Who wins this scholarship
The award targets candidates who demonstrate:
- Strong leadership potential in their career so far
- Clear career progression and impact
- Academic achievement
- The ability to contribute to the Oxford Saïd community
Quick facts
- University: University of Oxford — Saïd Business School
- Programme: Oxford MBA
- Award: up to £40,000 toward course fees
- Separate application: none — automatic consideration through MBA admissions
- Status: open through the current Oxford MBA admissions cycle
Our advice
Because the MBA application doubles as the scholarship application, treat every essay and reference as a funding pitch: quantify your leadership impact, show trajectory, and be specific about what you will bring to the Oxford community.
👉 Oxford Saïd Future Leaders Scholarships 2027 — full details & apply