Fully Funded 2026 University of Oxford Wolfson Scholarships in the UK

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Wolfson College, University of Oxford, is offering up to 20 fully funded scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year. These awards support outstanding students pursuing Master’s and DPhil (PhD) programmes at Oxford.

Some of the scholarships are offered in partnership with the Oxford Clarendon Fund and UKRI (UK Research and Innovation).

Preference may be given to applicants who select Wolfson College as their first-choice College when candidates have equal academic merit.

Scholarship Summary

• Type: Master’s & DPhil (PhD)
• Host Country: United Kingdom
• Institution: University of Oxford
• Eligible Nationalities: All countries
• Benefits:
  • Full payment of course/tuition fees
  • £20,780 yearly living stipend (UKRI rate)
• Deadline: Not specified (follows Oxford course deadlines—December/January)

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution
• Apply for an eligible DPhil (PhD) program
• Meet Oxford’s English Language requirements
• Satisfy the entry requirements of the chosen program

Scholarship Benefits

• Full funding of tuition and college fees
• Annual stipend of £20,780
• Automatic consideration for the Clarendon Scholarship if you apply by the December/January deadline
• No separate scholarship application needed (unless stated otherwise)

How to Apply

1. Apply for a DPhil/Master’s programme at the University of Oxford.
2. Submit your application before the relevant December or January deadline for your course.
3. Ensure Wolfson College is selected as first choice if you want priority consideration.
4. You will automatically be considered for:
   • Wolfson Scholarships
   • Clarendon Scholarships
   • Partnered UKRI funding (where applicable)