2027 APPLICATIONS deadline to be announced
MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Citizenship
- UK citizen, or Irish citizen normally resident in Northern Ireland.
- Or dual UK nationality.
Admission to HBS
- Candidates must apply to and secure admission to Harvard Business School, directly and independently before commencing a scholarship application.
- Candidates already studying at HBS are not eligible.
- Candidates on the 2+2 program are eligible for consideration once their MBA studies have been confirmed.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Financial need
- BFHBS awards scholarships on the basis of financial need. A financial declaration form must be completed as part of the application package and supporting documentation to verify income must be provided.
Leadership and experience
- Demonstrable leadership qualities and ambassadorial skills with evidence of cultural sensitivity and a genuine desire to learn more about the USA and share with US citizens aspects of British culture
- Experience and interest in a range of extracurricular and community activities
- A desire to give back to BFHBS and to the UK after graduation
The British Friends of Harvard Business School particularly encourage applications from those from non-traditional career backgrounds (either careers before HBS or post HBS career ambitions), from a variety of universities, and those with financial need. Former BFHBS scholars include civil servants, NHS doctors, international development professionals; firsts in their family to go to university; and state school or bursary aided pupils.
Successful candidates will be asked to commit to the BFHBS in order to contribute to the future success of these scholarships.
PLEASE USE THE SCHOLARSHIP PACKAGE TO APPLY.
Applicants must provide the following documentation/ information:
• A completed application package (including responses to two essay questions and financial declaration form)
• A copy of HBS application form. Candidates on the 2+2 program are requested to submit their original 2+2 program application and an updated CV.
• Supporting documentation to verify income
• A certified copy of a British passport
Candidates who have prepared their application package should email: info@bfhbs.org to request access to a secure folder to upload their application.
Eligible applicants will be invited to a virtual interview as part of the selection process.
DEGREES AT HBS
Discover Joint Degrees
In collaboration with six Harvard University graduate schools, Harvard Business School has created seven joint degree programs designed to prepare individuals for complex leadership challenges that balance expertise with effective management skills. Candidates for joint degrees with the Harvard Kennedy School, Harvard Law School, Harvard Medical School and any other joint MBA degree program may also be considered for British Friends scholarships.
View HBS Joint Degrees