CLOSED: Clarendon Fund Scholarship | University of Oxford [Fully Funded]

Keywords: Fully Funded, Graduate Programs, UK, University of Oxford

WHAT IS THE CLARENDON FUND SCHOLARSHIP?

The Clarendon Fund provides more than 200 merit-based scholarships for graduate students at the University of Oxford, covering tuition and living costs. These scholarships are available to both part-time and full-time Master's and PhD students, aiming to give exceptional students the chance to pursue their studies and broaden their knowledge at Oxford. By attracting individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, the program creates an inclusive community that promotes collaboration across various disciplines and interests.

ESTIMATED APPLICATION DEADLINE : 

3 December or 7-8 January (depending on the specific course application deadline)

Graduate Course List: Graduate courses A-Z listing | University of Oxford (check here for more detailed information)

BENEFITS

• Tuition fee coverage
• Annual living expenses grant* (for full-time course scholars)
• Study support grants* (for part-time students)
• Compulsory course academic fees (for part-time courses with a modular fee structure, where the course does not have a fixed number of terms of fee liability)

* at least the UKRI minimum doctoral stipend rate (at least £18,622 for 2023-2024)

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA 

• All applicants for graduate study at the University of Oxford are eligible
• Applicants who hold a deferred graduate offer are not eligible to be considered for this scholarship
• Current students who will continue to study for the same degree at Oxford in the next year are not eligible for this scholarship.
• An excellent academic record is essential. The majority of successful scholars usually have at least a first-class honors degree or its equivalent.
• The scholarship committee places major emphasis on an applicant’s future academic potential and aptitude for the proposed course of study

Note: Selection criteria may vary slightly depending on the subject area and whether applicants apply for a taught or research degree.

HOW TO APPLY?

• There is no separate procedure to apply for this scholarship.
• The applicants must apply for graduate courses at Oxford University between December and January.
• If the applicant fulfills the eligibility requirements, the college or institute automatically forwards the name of the application for the scholarship.
• Application to your course will be considered by the academics working in your proposed field of study
• Once you are shortlisted, the Clarendon Fund will contact you through email and will send you an offer.

REQUIREMENT 

• Online Application
• Reference letter
• GRE General Test scores *
• English Language Proficiency * 
• Official transcript and a translation of the transcript into English *
• Statement of purpose and research proposal *
• Other supporting documents *

* depends on the course 

References 

About the Clarendon Fund | University of Oxford (ox.ac.uk)

Information for applicants | University of Oxford (ox.ac.uk)