UKOxford Ertegun Graduate Scholarship supports outstanding graduate students in the Humanities at the University of Oxford by providing full course fees and a living grant for the duration of fee liability.
The scholarships are offered by the University of Oxford Humanities Division as the Mica and Ahmet Ertegun Graduate Scholarship Programme, and scholars have dedicated use of Ertegun House and access to events and activities organised for the Scholars.
Oxford Ertegun Graduate Scholarship Benefits
- The scholarship covers the full course fees for the approved graduate programme
- Annual living grant of £21,805 (rate for 2026-27)
- Living grant normally sufficient to cover living costs of a single student in Oxford
- Dedicated use of Ertegun House for writing and research
- Opportunities to participate in social occasions, lectures and performances for Scholars
- Awards made for the full duration of a student’s fee liability for the agreed course
- Continuation subject to annual renewal based on satisfactory academic progress
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Oxford Ertegun Graduate Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Students from all countries and all backgrounds are welcome to apply for Ertegun Scholarships, including UK students
- Be applying to start a new eligible full-time graduate programme at the University of Oxford
- Meet the academic and admission requirements of their chosen course
- Satisfy the applicable English-language requirements
- Apply for a course included in the official Ertegun eligible-course list
- Submit the required Ertegun supporting statement alongside their graduate application
Eligible Fields of Study
- Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
- Classics, including Classical Archaeology
- English Language and Literature
- Fine Art, specifically the DPhil in Contemporary Art History and Theory
- History, including History of Art and History of Architecture
- Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics
- Medieval and Modern Languages
- Music
- Philosophy
- Theology and Religion
How to Apply for Oxford Ertegun Graduate Scholarship?
- See the Graduate Admissions website for information on submitting a graduate application
- Apply to Oxford and select ‘Ertegun Graduate Scholarships in the Humanities’ in the Funding Section of the Graduate Application Form
- Refer to the Graduate Admissions website for the most up to date information about deadlines
- Complete the supporting statement Word document and upload it as a PDF with your Graduate Application Form by the application deadline
- Follow the supporting statement guidance available on the Ertegun site
- Watch the applicant webinar for more information on the application process
- If applying early with a placeholder statement, send the completed supporting statement to Graduate Admissions by the deadline with your full name, course details and student number
- If your Humanities course uses another deadline, submit your application in time for the early January deadline to be considered for an Ertegun Scholarship
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Oxford Ertegun Graduate Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, selection outcomes, what the award covers, and how to apply.
Who can apply for an Oxford Ertegun Graduate Scholarship?
Students from all countries and all backgrounds are welcome to apply, including UK students, provided they apply to an eligible Humanities course.
Which courses are eligible for the Oxford Ertegun Graduate Scholarship?
Courses administered by the Humanities Division and its faculties and the interdisciplinary courses listed on the Ertegun eligible courses list are eligible; a full list is available on the Ertegun website.
Can current Oxford students apply for the scholarship?
Current Oxford students may apply only if they are applying to start a new course rather than seeking funding for their current course.
What does the Oxford Ertegun Graduate Scholarship cover?
All Ertegun Scholarships cover course fees in full and include an annual grant for living costs; the rate for 2026-27 is £21,805. Number of awards: Maximum of around 15 awards each year
How do I apply for the Ertegun Scholarship?
Apply to Oxford and select ‘Ertegun Graduate Scholarships in the Humanities’ in the Funding Section of the Graduate Application Form and upload the supporting statement as a PDF by the deadline.
What is the supporting statement and how is it submitted?
You must complete the Ertegun supporting statement Word document, convert it to PDF, and upload it with your Graduate Application Form by the application deadline; guidance is available on the Ertegun site.
Can I submit the supporting statement after my initial course application?
Exceptionally you may submit a placeholder statement and later send your completed supporting statement to Graduate Admissions by the deadline, stating your full name, course details and student number.
When will I be notified of the selection outcome?
The first round of offers is expected by the end of March, with further offers in April, and the selection process completed by the end of April.
Can the Ertegun Scholarship be held with other awards?
No; the scholarship may not be held in conjunction with any other awards.
What happens to the scholarship in multi-year courses?
Awards are made for the full duration of a student’s fee liability and continuation each year is subject to annual renewal based on satisfactory academic progress.
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