Southampton Business School MBA Excellence International Scholarship 2025
The Southampton Business School MBA Excellence International Scholarship offers up to £15,000 to outstanding international students applying for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at the University of Southampton.
These merit-based scholarships recognize candidates who demonstrate business excellence during a competitive interview process.
Scholarship Amounts
Scholarships are awarded in four tiers based on performance:
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£15,000
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£13,000
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£10,000
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£7,000
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Southampton MBA Excellence International Scholarship, you must:
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Receive a conditional or unconditional offer for the MBA program.
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Be classified as an international (overseas) fee-paying student.
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Be applying to study the full-time MBA at Southampton Business School.
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Not be receiving any external scholarships.
Check your tuition fee status to confirm you qualify as an overseas fee-paying student.
Application Deadline
To be considered for this scholarship, you must apply for the MBA program by:
31 July 2025
Selection Process
This is a highly competitive scholarship. Not all applicants will be awarded funding.
Candidates will be evaluated based on the following:
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Significant professional experience in management and/or leadership roles.
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Evidence of rapid career advancement.
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Clear potential to contribute to the MBA cohort through leadership and insight.
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Demonstrated academic strength.
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Exceptional interview performance.
Scholarship decisions are made at the discretion of Southampton Business School and are final.
Conditions of the Scholarship
Recipients must meet specific terms and conditions to retain the scholarship. Full details will be provided to successful candidates.
How to Apply
There is no separate application form for this scholarship.
If you receive an offer to join the MBA program, you will be automatically considered for the MBA Excellence International Scholarship.
Contact Information
For questions or further assistance, contact:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Do I need to submit a separate scholarship application?
No. All MBA applicants are automatically considered for the scholarship upon receiving an offer.
2. Can I apply if I’m already receiving another scholarship?
No. This scholarship is only available to students who are not receiving any other external funding.
3. How will I know if I have received the scholarship?
Selected candidates will be notified by the university. The scholarship decision will be included in your offer communication.
4. What is assessed during the scholarship interview?
The panel will evaluate your leadership experience, career progression, academic potential, and ability to contribute to the MBA community.
5. Can I apply after the deadline?
No. You must submit your MBA application by 31 July 2025 to be eligible for consideration.
