When individuals unite with a common purpose, a thrilling new adventure unfolds. The Rhodes Scholarship offers a transformative postgraduate opportunity for exceptional young people worldwide to study at the University of Oxford.
Applications for the Rhodes Scholarship 2026 are now open!
What is the Rhodes Scholarship?
It is a fully-funded postgraduate award that allows gifted young individuals from across the globe to pursue full-time studies at the University of Oxford. The scholarship is merit-based, aiming to cultivate leaders with a public spirit and to foster international understanding and peace through a global community of Scholars. Applying for the Scholarship is challenging, yet it has enabled generations of young people to achieve success. We encourage applications from talented students everywhere. Rhodes Scholars travel to the UK for two or more years and can apply to most full-time postgraduate programs in nearly any discipline offered by Oxford University.
What does the Rhodes Scholarship Cover?
The Rhodes
Scholarship covers the University of Oxford's course fees and provides an
annual stipend. For the 2024/25 academic year, the stipend is £19,800 per year
(£1,650 monthly), from which Scholars cover all living expenses, including
accommodation. Please note: this amount is not sufficient to support partners
or dependents. The detailed Conditions of Tenure document outlines the allowed
combinations of degrees and the duration of study covered by the Scholarship,
as this depends on the chosen course — for instance, up to three years of fees
and stipend are available to Scholars pursuing a DPhil (PhD) at Oxford. After
being selected for the Scholarship, the Rhodes Trust will also cover: The
application fee for studying at the University of Oxford, Fees for a student
visa and the associated International Health Surcharge (IHS), which allows
international students to access the UK's National Health Service, Two economy
class flights to and from the UK, marking the start and end of studies in
Oxford. Upon arrival in Oxford, Scholars receive a settling-in allowance, and
those transitioning to a second course of study in Oxford will receive support
to cover the fees for visa renewal and further IHS applications.
What sets the Rhodes Scholarship apart?
- Life at Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar: The University of Oxford is consistently ranked among the world's leading universities, offering an unparalleled postgraduate education. As a student here, you'll have access to top-tier academic departments and be part of a diverse college community with excellent social, sports, and cultural amenities. Additionally, as a Rhodes Scholar, you'll have Rhodes House as a central hub for meeting, thinking, and learning in the heart of Oxford. Living in this beautiful, lively, and historic city, the experience of being a Rhodes Scholar is truly unique.
- The Rhodes Community From the moment you are chosen, you become part of a global, lifelong network of Rhodes Scholars, Alumni, and Fellows from our partner programs. This connection goes beyond a strong professional network, allowing you to engage with thoughtful, kind, and ambitious individuals worldwide, all working together to foster progress.
- Character, Service and Leadership Programme (CSLP): The CSLP is the cornerstone of the Rhodes Scholar experience, based on our unique 'Character, Service, and Leadership' framework. It offers a wide range of opportunities to learn, connect, and engage in three key areas: understanding yourself and your values, building community with others, and charting your own course through the world, starting with your journey at Oxford.
- Scholar Support: Our dedicated Scholar Team is available to support you both pastorally and financially throughout your journey, from selection to the completion of your studies. The Rhodes Trust staff are here to help you settle in and thrive in a new environment, ensuring your academic, professional, and personal success. We also offer emergency financial assistance and grants to support research, travel, and creative opportunities, helping you make the most of your time at Oxford.
Apply Here: https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/scholarships/the-rhodes-scholarship/
