Applications are now open for the Mastercard Foundation AfOx Graduate Scholarships 2027/2028 at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Eligible African students seeking a fully funded MBA scholarship can apply for the opportunity to study at Oxford’s Saïd Business School.
The scholarships form part of a partnership between the University of Oxford, the Mastercard Foundation and the Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx), supporting talented African students who have overcome significant barriers to education and demonstrated a commitment to Africa’s development. The programme offers an alternative to the Oxford-Orjiako Graduate Scholarship program
SUMMARY:
- Scholarship Sponsor(s): Mastercard Foundation and University of Oxford
- Host Institution: University of Oxford, United Kingdom
- Scholarship Type: Fully funded
- Scholarship Worth: Full course fees and living-cost grant of at least £21,805
- Number of Awards: Up to three
- Study Level: Master’s (MBA)
- Eligible Nationalities: African countries
- Study Destination: United Kingdom
Also Apply: Clarendon Fund Scholarship 2027/28 at University of Oxford (Fully Funded)
Programme Overview | Mastercard Foundation AfOx Graduate Scholarships 2027
The Mastercard Foundation AfOx Scholarships support outstanding African students pursuing the Oxford MBA programme at Saïd Business School.
Successful candidates receive comprehensive financial assistance alongside leadership development, professional networking and tailored support before, during and after their studies.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must:
- Be citizens of an African country.
- Be ordinarily resident in an African country.
- Have not previously completed a master’s degree.
- Demonstrate a commitment to Africa’s development.
- Meet the admission requirements for the Oxford MBA programme.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants receive:
- Full MBA course fees.
- A living-cost grant of at least £21,805.
- Tailored training and leadership development.
- Professional networking opportunities.
- Support before, during and after their studies.
Selection Criteria
Applicants are assessed through the MBA admissions and scholarship selection processes, with particular attention to their academic and professional achievements, leadership potential, and commitment to Africa’s development.
See Also: University of Oxford Clarendon Scholarships (Fully Funded)
Application Procedures
How to Apply: Interested applicants for the Mastercard Foundation AfOx Graduate Scholarships 2027 should follow these procedures:
- Visit the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School MBA admissions webpage and review the admission requirements.
- Complete the online Oxford MBA application, providing the required academic, professional and personal information.
- Submit the MBA application by January 6, 2027, to be considered for the AfOx Graduate Scholarships.
Note: No separate scholarship application is required. Eligible applicants are considered using their MBA application information, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the university.
Application Documents
Applicants should prepare the documents required for Oxford MBA admission, including:
- Academic transcripts.
- Curriculum vitae (CV).
- GMAT or GRE results, where required under the applicable admissions policy.
- Professional references.
- Written application responses and other supporting information requested by Saïd Business School.
Application Deadline
January 6, 2027.
The application deadline for the 2027/2028 Mastercard Foundation AfOx Graduate Scholarships is January 6, 2027. Applicants are advised to apply earlier before the deadline approaches.
