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Oxford Scholars Programme

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Summary

The Oxford Scholars Programme (OSP) is a highly selective, residential summer program in Oxford for ambitious students aged 14–18, designed to go far beyond a traditional summer school.
With limited places and a competitive admissions process, OSP brings together a small, high-calibre international cohort, creating an intellectually challenging and collaborative environment. Scholars experience college-style teaching delivered by Oxford tutors, focusing on critical thinking, project based learning, in class discusions, and independent research.

Successful participants earn a regulated UK qualification worth 8 UCAS points, providing tangible academic value that strengthens university applications in the UK, US, and globally.

Beyond academics, OSP emphasises long-term personal and professional growth. The program integrates career exploration, leadership development, and skills training to help students connect academic interests with real-world pathways and articulate their ambitions with confidence. Exclusive experiences and Oxford traditions further enrich the journey, making OSP a transformative experience that builds confidence, independence, and a sense of purpose, preparing students to become ethical, future-ready global citizens.

Program Features

  • Study alongside a highly selective, global cohort of motivated scholars in an academically rigorous Oxford setting
  • Earn a regulated UK qualification with 8 UCAS points, adding measurable value to university applications
  • Learn through college-style teaching that emphasizes critical thinking, project based learning, and independent research
  • Gain career clarity through professional networking, career focused mentorship, and real-world exposure
  • Take part in exclusive Oxford experiences, including flying, rowing and debating at the Oxford Union, that build confidence, leadership, and long-term personal growth.

What's Included?

  • All tution and course materials
  • Daily Meals & Accommodation at Oxford University Colleges
  • All excursions in & beyond Oxford
  • Personalized certificate & graduation ceremony
  • OSP Merchandise & clothing

Program Details

  • Date 2 - 15 August 2026
  • Duration 2 weeks
  • Ages 14-18
  • Fees £6,499 - £7,499 / 2 weeks
  • Location Oxford, UK

More Information

The academics at the Oxford Scholars Programme are structured to deliver a rigorous, university-style learning experience that goes beyond traditional classroom teaching. Scholars study specialised subjects in small, seminar-style groups, following a project-based and discussion-led approach that emphasises critical thinking, applied learning, and independent research. Courses are taught by experienced academics and industry experts, allowing scholars to engage deeply with their chosen field while developing core academic skills such as analysis, communication, and problem-solving.

This multi-dimensional academic model – combining subject mastery, mentorship, and real-world relevance – ensures scholars gain both intellectual depth and tangible academic outcomes that prepare them for higher education.

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