The Clarendon Scholarship is a highly competitive, fully funded scholarship offered by the University of Oxford. It supports outstanding international students who wish to pursue a PhD degree at Oxford and demonstrate strong academic merit and research potential.
The scholarship aims to attract future researchers and leaders who can contribute to academic excellence and global knowledge.
Scholarship Benefits
The Clarendon Scholarship provides:
Full coverage of tuition and college fees at the University of Oxford
Annual living allowance sufficient to cover living costs in the UK
Funding for the full duration of the PhD program
Access to exclusive Clarendon scholar events and academic networks
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be international or domestic students (open to all nationalities)
Apply for a full-time PhD program at the University of Oxford
Have an excellent academic background
Demonstrate strong research ability and academic promise
Meet the admission and language requirements set by the University of Oxford
Degree Level
PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)
Host Institution
University of Oxford
Host Country
United Kingdom
Application Process
To be considered for the Clarendon Scholarship, applicants must:
Apply for a PhD program at the University of Oxford by the course deadline
Submit all required documents, including academic transcripts, references, CV, and research proposal
No separate scholarship application is required
Eligible candidates are automatically considered during the admission process
Selection is based purely on academic excellence and research potential.
Application Deadline
For the 2026 intake, deadlines are typically:
December 2025 – January 2026
(depending on the chosen PhD program)
Applicants should check the exact deadline for their course on Oxford’s official website.
Official Application Link
Clarendon Scholarship – Official Website
https://www.ox.ac.uk/clarendon
Why This Scholarship?
The Clarendon Scholarship offers full financial support at one of the world’s most prestigious universities, along with a strong academic community and global research opportunities, making it an ideal choice for ambitious PhD candidates.