University of Oxford offers Reach Oxford Scholarship to students who are in need of financial support to continue their education at the university. Different colleges of the university offer the scholarship to students coming from developing countries and facing financial problems. However, students first need to apply for admission to the University before being considered for the Reach Oxford Scholarship.
Eligibility Conditions
– Fee status
Overseas
– Level of study
Undergraduate
– Year of study
New students
– Subject
All subjects except medicine
Other criteria
This scheme is only suitable for candidates of the highest academic ability who have outstanding examination results. However, financial need and social commitment are also major criteria for selection.
Duration
3 or 4 years depending on course length
Value
University fees and college fees, a grant for living expenses and one return air fare per year
How to apply?
You must make an application to the University through Universities & Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) by 15 October 2011 and be successful in gaining a place. You will then need to complete a separate scholarship application form.
You must also answer the following two questions in the supporting statement of the scholarship application form:
– Why are you applying for this scholarship and what impact will it have on your career?
– How would you use the education you receive at Oxford for the benefit of your community?
Other information
Scholars will be expected to write an annual report about their academic and social activities, and achievements at the University. Receipt of the award in subsequent years is subject to satisfactory academic progress. Applicants should be aware that competition for the scheme is very high and the University does not have additional funding for those candidates who are not offered a scholarship.
The application form will be available to download from January 2012.
Last date for submitting the application to the University through UCAS is 15 October 2011
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