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 Frequently asked questions 

  • 01

    Back To TopAm I eligible for a Skoll scholarship?
    To be eligible for the Skoll Scholarship, you must be accepted to the Oxford MBA programme, and meet the following criteria:
    1) Have started or worked in a social venture for 12 months or longer
    2) Demonstrate evidence of personal qualities strongly resonating with social entrepreneurship leadership
    3) Demonstrate how a business education will help further your career goals
    4) Demonstrate evidence of need for financial support
    To further assess if you are a candidate, please see the eligibility criteria on the previous page.

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    Back To TopDo I have to take the GMAT to apply for scholarship?
    Yes, all the candidates are required to take the GMAT test for entry to Oxford’s MBA programme.

  • 03

    Back To TopWhat GMAT score do you expect/what is the minimum GMAT score?
    The GMAT score ranges from 630 to 720 for Oxford’s MBA programme.

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    Back To TopAre there any age restrictions to apply for scholarship?
    No, there are no age restrictions to apply for the scholarship.

  • 05

    Back To TopDo I have to take either of IELTS or TOEFL tests?
    Candidates whose first language is not English or who have not studied at an English speaking University are required to take either the TOEFL or IELTS tests.

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    Back To TopIs the MBA a full time course?
    Yes, it is a full time course.

  • 07

    Back To TopI have not mentioned my interest for Skoll scholarship in my online application. Can I still apply?
    Yes, send an email to the MBA admissions office stating your interest in applying for a scholarship and your application will be sent to us for consideration.

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    Back To TopCan my admission fee be waived even though I have not been granted scholarship?
    No, the admission fee is waived only if you have been offered scholarship.

  • 09

    Back To TopHow much is the scholarship for and what does it cover?
    The Scholarship is intended to provide college and course fees of £31,200. Additional funds are provided as a contribution towards living expenses.

  • 10

    Back To TopHow many scholarships are offered every year?
    The Skoll Centre offers five scholarships every year.

  • 11

    Back To TopI have been offered scholarship for this academic year but due to some personal reasons I can't attend the MBA programme. Can I take up my scholarship next year?
    No, you will have to reapply next year.

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    Back To TopWhat is expected from scholarship recipients?
    Recipients are required to take all the social entrepreneurship elements of the MBA, including three courses and two major business projects on social entrepreneuership.  This amounts to approximately one-third of the whole MBA course content.

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    Back To TopIf I do not receive a scholarship, can I still focus my MBA on social entrepreneurship?
    Of course! Only five students recieve scholarships, but countless students focus their MBAs on social entrepreneurship. Anyone can take one or all of our three MBA courses, receive support for your socially focused business projects, and benefit from the variety of co-curricular offerings. The only difference between Skollars’ and your MBA opportunities will be the funding.

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"Social entrepreneurs have a vision of the future and will stop at nothing to see that future come true. It is up to us to help them succeed."
Jeff Skoll