The Pershing Square Foundation awards full scholarships to support outstanding students on the 1+1 MBA, covering both the Master’s degree and the MBA year. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to attend prestigious conferences and events throughout the year.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): University of Oxford/ Pershing Square Foundation
Scholarship to be taken at: University of Oxford
Scholarship Level: Postgraduate
Scholarship Worth: See Scholarship Benefits
Scholarship Slot: 6
Nationality: International students
About Oxford Pershing Square Scholarship 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Scholarships are awarded to individuals with/or who are:
- Academic achievement, demonstrated through degree results, GMAT or GRE score, previous university prizes and awards, and other academic achievements.
- Leadership potential, demonstrated through experience and motivation.
- Strong personal character, integrity and commitment.
- Intention to focus on addressing world-scale social challenges in their career, either in an existing organisation or through the development of a new enterprise.
- Ability to envision how to achieve scalable and sustainable solutions to these challenges
- Articulated vision on how the Oxford 1+1 MBA will allow you to fulfil your objectives.
- New applicants to the Oxford 1+1 MBA programme
- Applicants must be admitted to a 1+1 MBA partnering programme and to the MBA prior to the selection process
- Applicants who apply to any full-time one-year Master’s course that is not currently part of the official list of partner 1+1 MBA programmes, and to the MBA (as a separate application).
Scholarship Benefits
- Funding for course fees
- A living grant worth at least £15,609 for both years of study.
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: Candidates must submit a complete application for both courses and upload the scholarship essay in the ‘Funding’ section of the 1+1 MBA programme application by the deadline to be considered.
In no more than 500 words, please answer the following question:
- How do you intend to change the world, and what does this tell us about you as a person?
Application Deadline: 4 January 2026
More Details at Official Website
FAQs
1. What is the Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarship?
The Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarship is a prestigious funding program offered by the University of Oxford for outstanding international students. The scholarship supports students who wish to pursue a 1+1 MBA programme, which includes a one-year master’s degree followed by the Oxford MBA at the Saïd Business School. It aims to support individuals with strong academic performance, leadership potential, and a commitment to addressing global challenges.
2. Who is eligible to apply for the Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarships 2026/2027?
Applicants must apply for admission to the Oxford 1+1 MBA programme, which combines a participating master’s degree with the Oxford MBA. Candidates should demonstrate excellent academic achievement, leadership abilities, and a vision for creating positive global impact. The scholarship is open to students from all countries, provided they meet the admission requirements for both their chosen master’s program and the MBA at Oxford.
3. What does the Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarship cover?
The scholarship provides full financial support for the duration of the 1+1 MBA program. This includes full tuition fees for both the master’s degree and the MBA, as well as a living stipend to help cover accommodation and other living expenses. In addition, scholars gain access to mentorship opportunities, networking events, and leadership development activities organised by the Pershing Square Foundation.
4. How can I apply for the Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarships 2026/2027?
To apply, candidates must first submit an application to the Oxford 1+1 MBA programme through the University of Oxford admissions portal. During the application process, applicants will need to select the Pershing Square Scholarship option and submit the required documents, including academic transcripts, references, and a scholarship essay. It is important to apply before the official Oxford MBA application deadline, as late applications may not be considered for the scholarship.