Full FundingUnited Kingdom
The Rhodes Scholarship at Oxford
Administered by The Rhodes Trust
The oldest and perhaps most prestigious international scholarship program in the world, enabling outstanding young people from around the world to undertake full-time postgraduate study at the University of Oxford.
Award AmountFull Tuition + £19,092 Annual Living Stipend + Flights
Degree LevelsMaster's, PhD
Application DeadlineOctober 1, 2026
What Does This Scholarship Cover?
- 100% of Oxford University tuition and college fees.
- Annual tax-free living maintenance allowance of £19,092.
- Economy class round-trip airfare at start and end of degree.
- UK Student Visa application fee and NHS Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS).
Eligibility Criteria
- •Graduating seniors or recent graduates aged 18–24 from eligible Rhodes constituencies.
- •First-class undergraduate degree or equivalent GPA (3.7+ on a 4.0 scale).
- •Demonstrated energy to use one's talents to the full, moral force of character, and instincts to lead.
Step-by-Step Application Roadmap
- 1Submit formal endorsement and application through your national Rhodes constituency portal.
- 2Provide academic transcripts, CV, and a personal statement outlining your academic and leadership trajectory.
- 3Submit five to eight letters of academic and character recommendation.
- 4Participate in the final regional shortlist and national selection committee interview.
Application Timeline
Ensure you submit all certified transcripts, referee evaluations, and language test scores before:
Target DeadlineOctober 1, 2026