Are you passionate about using technology to solve the world’s most pressing challenges? The Ellison Scholars Program offers an exceptional opportunity to pursue a fully funded degree at the University of Oxford. Designed for high-achieving students who aspire to drive global innovation, this program is offered by the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) in partnership with Oxford University. Scholars will gain academic excellence, leadership training, and real-world experience through this elite, interdisciplinary program.

Quick Overview of the Ellison Scholars Program

• Application Deadline (Undergraduates): August 1, (4 PM UK time)
• Application Deadline (Graduates): October 1, (4 PM UK time)
• Graduate Applications Open: Septemeber
• Funding Coverage: Full tuition, living stipend, travel & program expenses
• Host Institutions: Ellison Institute of Technology & University of Oxford
• Eligibility: Open to all nationalities
• Target Group: Undergraduate and Graduate students
• Fields of Study: Innovation, technology, and interdisciplinary problem-solving
• Scholarship Language: English
• Number of Awards: Minimum of 20 per year

Key Benefits of the Ellison Scholars Program

• Full scholarship to study at Oxford, one of the world’s top universities
• Monthly stipend covering living costs, academic needs, and international travel
• Paid internships aligned with your academic and professional interests
• Access to cutting-edge research labs and innovation hubs in Los Angeles and Oxford
• Long-term mentorship from global leaders and technology experts
• Opportunities to publish your work and collaborate with fellow scholars on impactful projects
• Exclusive access to the Ellison Institute’s global network

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Ellison Scholars Program, applicants must:

• Demonstrate a strong passion for leveraging technology to solve global problems
• Show academic excellence and meet University of Oxford’s admission criteria
• Fulfill the English language proficiency requirement
• Be committed to contributing to interdisciplinary research and collaborative innovation
• Possess or be completing a high school qualification accepted by Oxford (for undergraduate applicants)
• Meet minimum grade and entry requirements for the selected degree program

Selection Timeline

• Undergraduate Applications Open: May
• Undergraduate Deadline: August 1,
• Semi-finalists Announced: September–October
• Oxford University Application Deadline: October 15,
• Finalists Announced: January
• Final Selection by EIT: February–March
• Ellison Scholars Named: April
• Program Commences: October

How to Apply for the Ellison Scholars Program

The undergraduate application portal is now closed, but graduate applications will open in August. Undergraduate candidates who submitted their Ellison application by the deadline can still apply to the University of Oxford by October 15,, to be considered.

Visit the Ellison Scholars Program official website to stay updated and prepare for the next application cycle.

Start your graduate application here

Important Notes

• No application fee is required.
• Selection is highly competitive; ensure your academic and leadership experiences are clearly demonstrated.
• Candidates should monitor both the Ellison Institute and University of Oxford websites for updates.

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