Are you an African student looking to further your studies in the UK? The Oxford-Orjiako Graduate Scholarship is funded by Dr Bryant Orjiako and builds on Saïd Business School’s mission to create opportunities for African change-makers. This gift enables the establishment of a new, fully endowed MBA scholarship, open to students coming to the school from across the African continent.
When is the Application Deadline:
6 January 2025
Tell Me About The Award:
The Oxford-Orjiako Graduate Scholarship is a fully endowed scholarship funded by Dr. Bryant Orjiako to support outstanding African students pursuing an MBA at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. The scholarship reflects a strong commitment to developing future African leaders and changemakers.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
Business Administration (MBA)
Type:
Postgraduate (MBA) – Fully Funded Scholarship
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be of African nationality
- Be ordinarily resident in an African country
- Submit a complete Oxford MBA application by the deadline
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on:
- Evidence of contributions to Africa’s development
- A clear intention to continue contributing to Africa post-graduation
- Academic excellence, assessed through degree results, GMAT/GRE scores, and other achievements
Which Countries Are Eligible?
All African countries
Where will the Award be Taken?
Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, United Kingdom
How Many Awards?
One scholarship is available
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Full MBA course fees
- Living cost grant of at least £19,237
How Long Will the Award Last?
For the duration of the one-year Oxford MBA programme
How to Apply:
No separate scholarship application is required. All eligible candidates will be considered automatically based on their MBA application submitted by the deadline.

