What will the selection process for the Skoll Scholarship at Oxford Saïd Business School look like for me?
Skoll Scholarship selection considers your social entrepreneurship experience and submitted answers; academic performance is not a stated Skoll criterion. Final shortlisting is in late March, with a first-stage interview and, if you clear it, a final interview in April or May. Up to four awards are made.
The Skoll Scholarship selection is multi-stage, and you are updated on your status at each one. Your social entrepreneurship experience and written answers matter, while academic performance is not a stated Skoll criterion. Final shortlisting is in late March, with interviews in April or May, and up to four awards are made.
Selection Stages
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Review | Social entrepreneurship experience and submitted answers are assessed |
| Shortlisting | The committee informs candidates if they are eligible for the first-stage interview |
| First interview | Candidates who are shortlisted are invited, typically in April or May |
| Final interview | Candidates who clear the first round move forward |
| Award | Up to four candidates who complete all the interview stages receive the scholarship |
Good to Know
- The authorities update you at each stage.
- You can contact the Skoll Foundation for any clarifications.
My Advice
Prepare real examples of your social entrepreneurship work and practise explaining them clearly. Your interviews are where your written story needs to hold up.
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