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The Reach Oxford Scholarship, which funds undergraduates from developing countries at the University of Oxford, requires an Oxford offer first, and the UCAS application for that offer closes on 15 October 2026. The scholarship application itself follows on 26 January 2027, so the October date is the one that decides whether a student can apply at all.
The two-step process
According to the Scholars4Dev listing, applicants must gain admission through UCAS by 15 October 2026. Applications open in January 2027, and the scholarship form is due 26 January 2027 at 12 noon UK time. The official Oxford page holds the definitive guidance.
What it covers
The award includes tuition and college fees, a living expense grant and one annual return airfare for the 3-4 year course, per the listing. Only 2-3 awards are made each year, for all subjects except medicine, so competition is intense.
Who qualifies
Applicants must be nationals of DAC-eligible developing countries, hold an Oxford offer and be of the highest academic ability. Financial need and commitment to returning home after studies are key criteria. Consider a Nigerian sixth-form student who has predicted top grades: the first task is a strong UCAS application by mid-October.
A realistic timeline
Reference letters, a personal statement and any admissions tests need to be in hand before October. After an offer, prepare financial-need evidence for January. Students weighing UK funding can also read the Chevening 2027 deadline guide, the UK immigration rules changes and use the visa eligibility checker. Confirm all dates with Oxford, as this summary relies on a scholarship directory.
Common questions
What is the UCAS deadline for Oxford?
15 October 2026, per the Reach Oxford listing.
When is the scholarship application due?
26 January 2027 at 12 noon UK time, after you have an Oxford offer.
What does Reach Oxford cover?
Tuition and college fees, a living expense grant and one annual return airfare for the 3-4 year program.
Who is eligible?
Nationals of DAC-eligible developing countries with an offer who show the highest academic ability, financial need and commitment to return home.
How many awards are there?
The listing reports 2-3 awards a year for undergraduate study in all subjects except medicine.