Ellison Scholars Program

Location:
Oxford,
United Kingdom
Term: Academic Year

Scholarships for graduate study at Oxford 

The Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), alongside the University of Oxford, is committed to developing the global technology innovators and leaders of the future. In addition to the project-based learning with EIT and mentorship from world experts in the EIT Faculty, the Ellison Scholars program fully funds course fees for doctoral study at the University of Oxford, and includes a generous stipend to cover all living expenses, plus the equivalent of paid internships.

The Institute focuses on work on the following themes: Health and Medical Science, Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture, Climate Change & Clean Energy, and Government Innovation & Era of Artificial Intelligence.

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Eligibility

Applicants must meet the University of Oxford’s entry requirements for their proposed doctoral course. This means they must:

Eligible applicants must also meet the following selection criteria before starting an application.

  • Demonstrated alignment with their chosen EIT Project;

  • They are trusted collaborators who build strong relationships, foster teamwork and demonstrate the ability to bring people together to achieve success.

  • They are high-performers who demonstrate outstanding academic achievements, intellectual curiosity and the ability to apply knowledge critically and effectively to solve complex challenges.

  • They are tenacious achievers who view setbacks as opportunities to learn and adapt and demonstrate resilience and determination to overcome challenges and achieve success.

  • They are visionary learners who embrace technological advancements with creativity, challenge the status quo and explore innovative solutions to achieve transformative outcomes.

  • They are trustworthy people who value honesty, foster openness and build trust through commitment to collective success.

How to Apply

It is important to note that this is a rolling selection process. We strongly encourage applicants to apply as early as possible, as the programme may close applications once all places are filled. If you have questions about the application process, please contact scholars@eit.org.

Fact Sheet

Discipline:
STEM
Eligibility:
Columbia Alumna/us, Columbia College, Columbia Engineering, Columbia General Studies, Not U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident, U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident
Fellowship Type:
Postgraduate Degree-Seeking
Location:
Oxford,
United Kingdom
Term:
Academic Year

Dates & Deadlines

Academic Year
2026
Application Deadline: 
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Notes: 
Applications for the graduate Ellison Scholars and EIT Research Student will open on September 1. This is a rolling selection process. We strongly encourage early applications, as the programme may close applications once all places are filled.