Take a bold leap toward global leadership with this transformative scholarship. Offered through a strategic partnership between the Mastercard Foundation, the Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx), and Oxford’s Saïd Business School, this program empowers exceptional African scholars to pursue a fully funded MBA at Oxford starting in autumn 2026.↚
Transform the Future with the AfOx Graduate Scholarship at Oxford University 2026–27
Why This Scholarship Inspires Change
The AfOx Graduate Scholarship is built to nurture Africa’s future leaders. It goes beyond tuition and living support by offering leadership development, peer networks, and long-term mentorship—rooted in a shared vision of advancing Africa’s development.What the Scholarship Covers
Recipients receive full MBA tuition at Oxford Saïd and a living stipend of at least £20,780 to support housing, travel, and study materials. The package includes return flights, settling-in orientation, and access to tailored leadership training, mentorship, and a high-caliber professional network↚
Who Is Eligible
Open exclusively to citizens of African countries who reside in Africa, applicants must demonstrate commitment to the continent’s prosperity. Admission to Oxford's MBA program is required for scholarship consideration. No separate scholarship form is needed—eligible candidates applying to the MBA are automatically considered.Important Dates
The application deadline for both the MBA and scholarship consideration is 7 January 2026. Scholarship offers are granted alongside conditional admission to the MBA program↚
Opportunity Beyond the Classroom
Scholarship recipients join the Skoll-AfOx Leadership & Impact Programme, engage in peer learning, coaching, and strategic frameworks for social innovation. After graduation, fellows have the chance to engage in a 4–6 month Ubuntu Service placement in Africa, supporting real-world impact in local initiatives.Why It Matters
This scholarship is much more than financial assistance—it’s a platform for personal growth, systemic leadership, and sustained professional impact on the African continent. Whether you aim to shape policy, launch enterprises, or drive social change, the AfOx Scholarship offers the resources, network, and experience to elevate your impact.↚