Mastercard Foundation AfOx Graduate Scholarships for the Oxford MBA

Last updated: 13 Nov 2026 |

University of Oxford/Mastercard Foundation/Africa Oxford Initiative
MBA Degree

Deadline: 6 Jan 2027 (annual)
Study in: UK
Course starts Sept 2027

Brief description:

The Mastercard Foundation AfOx Graduate Scholarships fund talented Africans to study the one-year Oxford MBA at Saïd Business School. The scholarships come from a partnership between the University of Oxford, the Mastercard Foundation and the Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx), and they are for people who want to drive Africa’s development.

Host Institution(s):

Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, UK

Level/Field of study:

Oxford MBA (Master of Business Administration), full-time, starting in 2027-28. The MBA covers business and management, including strategy, finance, entrepreneurship and leadership.

Number of Awards:

Up to 3 for the 2027-28 MBA

Target group:

Citizens of African countries who normally live in Africa

Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:

• full MBA course fees;
• a grant for living costs of at least £21,805;
• tailor-made training, networking opportunities and support before, during and after your time at Oxford.

Eligibility:

To be eligible, you must:

• be a citizen of an African country and normally live in Africa;
• be able to show your commitment to Africa’s development;
• meet the admission requirements of the Oxford MBA;
• not already hold a Master’s degree.

Application instructions:

There is no separate scholarship application. Submit your Oxford MBA application by 6 January 2027 and you will be considered automatically. If you are shortlisted for interview, the University will contact you.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website: https://www.sbs.ox.ac.uk/oxford-experience/scholarships-and-funding/afox-graduate-scholarships