Oxford-Pershing Square Graduate Scholarships 2026
- Omran Aburayya
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
If you’re an exceptional candidate ready to tackle global challenges through scalable solutions, the full‑funded Oxford‑Pershing Square Graduate Scholarship 2026 is now open. It enables outstanding students to combine a one‑year Master’s degree with Oxford’s MBA via the prestigious 1+1 MBA programme—fully funded and designed to empower changemakers.
📘 Scholarship Summary
Location: University of Oxford, UK
Host Institution: Oxford University (various Master’s departments) + Saïd Business School (MBA)
Study Level: Master’s + MBA (1+1 MBA pathway)
Target Group: Outstanding students with leadership potential committed to sustainable social impact
Number of Scholarships: Up to five (sometimes six) awarded annually
Value & Coverage:
Full tuition and college fees for both Master’s and MBA years
Living cost grant of at least £20,780 per year for two years (some sources mention £19,237 minimum)
Duration: Two years (one year Master’s + one year MBA)
Application Deadline: 7 January 2026 for the 1+1 MBA; partnering Master’s deadlines vary (typically December/January)
Eligible To: All nationalities; priority given to new applicants to the 1+1 MBA, applicants combining non‑partnership Master’s + MBA, and current Master’s students admitted to the MBA not previously considered
🧾 Programme Overview
The scholarship supports participation in Oxford’s 1+1 MBA structure: complete a one‑year Master’s course in your chosen field at one of the partnering departments, followed by a one‑year MBA at Saïd Business School. It integrates academic depth with leadership and business training, enhancing your capacity to tackle global social challenges.
🎁 Benefits
Financial Coverage:
Full tuition and college fees for both degrees
Generous living stipend (£20,780+ per year)
Professional & Community Support:
Mentorship from faculty, alumni, and Pershing Square Foundation networks
Invitations to termly events hosted by the MBA Director and fellow scholars
Option to participate in a New York “trek”, including workshops and meetings with global innovators and leaders
Networking & Leadership Development:
Access to global forums and conferences
A dynamic supportive scholar-led community engaged in high-impact discourse and collaboration
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Admission to both a 1+1 partnering Master’s programme and the Oxford MBA is required (candidates on a waitlist are ineligible)
Applicants must demonstrate:
Strong academic excellence (e.g. top-class degree, GMAT/GRE)
Leadership potential and high personal integrity
A clear vision for addressing large-scale social challenges through scalable and sustainable solutions
How the 1+1 MBA aligns with these objectives
📝 Application Procedure
Apply separately to both your chosen Master’s programme and the Oxford MBA via the 1+1 route before their respective deadlines
Upload a 500‑word scholarship essay in the “Funding” section of the MBA application answering:“How do you intend to change the world, and what does this tell us about you as a person?”
Expect shortlisting in early April 2026, with interviews conducted in late April to early May 2026 for selected candidates
🌍 Scholar Community & Extra Activities
Join an inspiring cohort of change-makers working across global contexts
Participate in scholar-led events, leadership forums, and social gatherings to build networks and share innovation
Attend a spring trek to New York, engaging with thought leaders and social entrepreneurs in immersive workshops
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