Scholarship Overview
The Rhodes Scholarships at Oxford University represent the pinnacle of international postgraduate awards, offering exceptional students around the globe the opportunity to pursue full-time postgraduate studies at one of the world's leading universities. Established in 1902 by Cecil Rhodes's will, the Rhodes Scholarship is renowned for its prestigious legacy, aimed at fostering academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to service.

Host Institution(s)
The scholarships are hosted by Oxford University in the United Kingdom, a historic institution known for its outstanding teaching, research facilities, and global academic community.

Level(s)/Field(s)
Rhodes Scholars have the flexibility to pursue any full-time postgraduate degree offered by Oxford University, subject to limited restrictions. This encompasses a wide array of fields, from the humanities and social sciences to physical sciences and engineering.

Scholarship Value
The Rhodes Scholarship covers all university and college fees, a personal stipend, health insurance, and one economy class airfare to Oxford at the start of the scholarship, as well as an economy flight back to the student's home country upon completion of studies.

Eligibility
Eligibility criteria for the Rhodes Scholarships are as follows:

  • Applicants must meet the citizenship and residency requirements of the Rhodes constituency for which they are applying.

  • Age requirements vary: most candidates must be aged between 18 and 24 years as of October 1, 2024. There are provisions for older candidates who have completed their first undergraduate degree later than usual.

  • Education: Candidates must have completed an undergraduate degree with academic achievements meeting or exceeding the entry requirements of their chosen course at Oxford.

  • English Language proficiency must meet Oxford University’s higher-level standards.

Application Instructions
Candidates interested in applying for the Rhodes Scholarship must thoroughly review the specific requirements, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines on the country-specific pages of the Rhodes Trust website. Deadlines for applications vary by country but generally fall between July and October 2024. Applicants are advised to prepare their documents and application well in advance of their constituency's deadline to ensure a comprehensive and compelling submission.

Prospective applicants should join dedicated forums or groups like the “Scholarship Opportunities” Facebook Group for further guidance, updates, and support throughout the application process.