The Reach Oxford Scholarship supports talented students from developing countries to study a first bachelor’s degree at the University of Oxford.
What It Covers
- Course fees
- A grant for living costs
- One return air fare per year
- Three or four years of funding, depending on course length
- Around 2 to 3 awards per year; all subjects except medicine
Who Can Apply
- Citizen of a country on the OECD list of aid-receiving countries (the official page lists them)
- Holding or applying for an Oxford undergraduate place; you must apply to Oxford for admission first
- Selection looks at academic ability, financial need, social commitment and inability to study for a degree in your home country
- Intending to return to your home country after studying
- Priority to applicants who have not studied at undergraduate level before
Deadline & How to Apply
Deadline: For 2027 entry, the scholarship deadline is 26 January 2027. Selection takes place in April 2027 and results are announced by the end of May 2027. Oxford says the full 2027 details will be posted on its page in January 2027, so check it before you apply.
- Apply for admission to Oxford through UCAS (follow Oxford’s own admissions deadlines)
- Read the Reach Oxford guidance when the 2027 details are posted
- Submit the scholarship application by 26 January 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an Oxford offer first?
Yes, you must apply to Oxford for admission before applying for the scholarship.
Is it for postgraduate study?
No, it is for a first undergraduate degree only.
You will be taken to the official website to apply. Always confirm dates and requirements there before applying.