Must be a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student.
Must be enrolled in an accredited institution or have recently graduated (within the last year).
Strong academic record in relevant subjects (e.g., Environmental Science, Political Science, Economics, or related fields).
Participation in extracurricular activities related to social impact, community development, climate action, sustainability, or environmental advocacy.
Previous coursework or projects focused on social impact, community development, climate change or sustainable development.
Application Components:
Personal Information: Name, email, phone number, university, year of study, and age as of July 1, 2024.
Personal Statement:
Contribution to Group Projects and Discussions (250 words): Describe how you plan to actively contribute to group projects and discussions during the program.
Involvement in Climate or Social Impact Projects (250 words): Share examples of projects or initiatives you have been involved with addressing climate or social impact issues.
Motivation Video: Record a brief video (no longer than two minutes) explaining what motivated you to apply to the Climate Challenge - Oxford program. Upload it to WeTransfer or Google Drive and share the link with appropriate viewing permissions.
Scholarship Consideration: Indicate whether you would like to be considered for a need-based scholarship and if you would still like to be considered for the program if not awarded a scholarship.
Additional Information: Provide any additional questions or information you would like the selection committee to know about you.
Selection Criteria:
Academic Excellence: Strong academic performance in relevant subjects and evidence of critical thinking and analytical skills.
Passion and Commitment: Demonstration of sustained interest in climate change and sustainability through extracurricular activities and community service.
Leadership and Initiative: Proven leadership experience and ability to inspire and mobilize others, with a record of developing and leading projects or initiatives.
Creativity and Innovation: Ability to think creatively and propose innovative solutions to climate-related challenges, with a strong project proposal showcasing vision and potential impact.
Additional Considerations:
Diversity and Inclusion: Efforts to ensure a diverse cohort representing different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Encouragement of applications from underrepresented groups in climate action and sustainability.
Financial Need: Consideration of financial need to ensure accessibility for students from various socioeconomic backgrounds. Availability of scholarships or financial aid to support participation in the program.
