Applications are invited for Clarendon Scholarships 2024 at Oxford University. Apply at the earliest.

About

The Clarendon Fund derives its name from its close relationship with Oxford University Press (OUP) and in honour of an act of philanthropy by the Earl of Clarendon.

Benefits

  • All Clarendon Scholarships fully pay college costs, including tuition.
  • A significant yearly stipend for living expenses is provided to scholars enrolled in full-time programmes; in 2023–2024, this award will be at least £17,668. A study assistance grant will be given to students enrolled in part-time courses to help with non-fee expenditures. A study assistance grant will be given to students enrolled in part-time courses to help with non-fee expenditures.
  • The scholarships are often provided for the entire time that you are required to pay tuition to the university, which is typically the same amount of time as the duration of your study.

Selection Criteria

Selection criteria vary slightly depending on the subject area and whether applicants apply for a taught or research degree.

As a guideline, applications are assessed against the following criteria:

Outstanding academic record

  • An excellent academic record is essential. The majority of successful scholars usually have at least a first class honours degree or its equivalent.
  • Other evidence of high academic achievement may include individual marks on student transcripts; evidence of previous university prizes or awards; information on your overall position within your cohort; and publications (if applicable).

Future potential and aptitude

Particular consideration is given to an applicant’s future academic potential and aptitude of the proposed course of study. This may be assessed by reviewing references and research proposals to determine evidence of an applicant’s aptitude for research, and the likelihood of contributing significantly to the field of study.

Student motivation

This is assessed through evidence of the applicant’s commitment to the proposed course as well as evaluation of the personal statement and the referees’ reports.

Application Instructions

Scholarships are open to all subject areas and to all candidates who apply for a new Master’s or DPhil course by the December or January admissions deadline, whichever is relevant to your course. Deadline information is available on the course pages.

Click here to view the official notification of Clarendon Scholarships 2024 at Oxford University