Now that my process is over, I figured it would be helpful to provide a timeline. I applied for an MSt in Latin and/or Greek Languages and Literature, and submitted my application before January 23. (I'm an American student. I applied to a couple American fellowships, but they fell through and I figured it was worth applying to Oxford itself.) I was accepted via email at the beginning of March, and was offered college placement a couple of weeks later with no funding. Because I'm considering american programs (with a decision deadline of April 15), I emailed the DGS to ask about my funding status. On Friday, he told me that the department had recommended me for a scholarship, and I received the official offer yesterday.