The Southampton Business School MBA Excellence International Scholarship is designed to recognize and reward international students who demonstrate outstanding business leadership, management experience, and academic performance.
This scholarship supports exceptional candidates applying to the full-time MBA program at the University of Southampton and is awarded based on merit, interview performance, and professional achievements.
- Location: United Kingdom
- Institution: University of Southampton
- Program: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Scholarship Type: Merit-Based
- Deadline: July 31, 2025
- Funding Amounts: £15,000, £13,000, £10,000, or £7,000
- Open to: International Students (Overseas Fee Payers)
Scholarship Value
Successful candidates may be awarded one of the following amounts:
- £15,000
- £13,000
- £10,000
- £7,000
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered, you must:
- Have a conditional or unconditional offer to study the MBA program at the University of Southampton
- Be classified as an overseas (international) student for tuition fee purposes
- Not be receiving any external scholarships or funding
Check if you qualify as an overseas fee payer
How Scholarships Are Awarded
This is a competitive, merit-based scholarship, awarded after an interview assessment.
Applicants will be evaluated based on:
- Professional management or leadership experience
- Rapid career progression
- Potential contribution to the MBA cohort
- Strong academic performance
- Excellent interview performance
The final decision lies with the Southampton Business School, and all decisions are final.
Application Deadline
To be eligible for the scholarship, you must apply to the MBA program no later than:
July 31, 2025
How to Apply
No separate scholarship application is required. If you are offered admission to the MBA program, you will be automatically considered for the MBA Excellence International Scholarship.
Scholarship Conditions: If selected, your scholarship award will be subject to standard university terms and conditions. You’ll need to meet all academic and visa conditions tied to your offer.
This is a fantastic opportunity to fund your MBA in the UK and join a global community of future business leaders. Apply early to improve your chances!
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