About the Rhodes Trust Scholarship
If studying at the University of Oxford has always been your dream, the prestigious Rhodes Trust Scholarship offers you the opportunity to make that dream a reality—without worrying about finances. This fully funded postgraduate scholarship covers all expenses, including tuition, a generous annual stipend of £19,800, flights, visa fees, a settling-in allowance, and access to a global network of scholars.
The Rhodes Scholarship is one of the world’s oldest and most distinguished international scholarship programs. Established in 1902, it supports exceptional young people from around the globe to pursue postgraduate studies at the University of Oxford. The scholarship seeks candidates who demonstrate outstanding intellect, character, leadership potential, and commitment to service.
Each year, a new class of Rhodes Scholars joins the vibrant and diverse community in Oxford, where they study for two or more years in almost any full-time postgraduate program. Beyond academic excellence, the Rhodes Scholarship emphasizes a strong moral character, courage, and a desire to contribute positively to society.
Eligible Fields
Rhodes Scholars may apply to pursue any full-time postgraduate program offered at the University of Oxford. There are no restrictions on the field of study, making the scholarship open to a wide range of disciplines.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Rhodes Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of a Rhodes-eligible country.
- Residency: Must have resided in an eligible country for at least five of the last ten years.
- Age: Applicants must fall within one of the following age brackets:
- Between 18 and 24 years old as of 1st October 2025 (born between 1st October 2000 and 2nd October 2007).
- Up to 25 years old as of 1st October 2025 (born between 1st October 1999 and 2nd October 2007) for students of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, law, or engineering.
- Up to 27 years old as of 1st October 2025 (born after 1st October 1998) for those who completed their first undergraduate degree after 1st October 2024.
- Academic Achievement: Must have completed (or be on track to complete) an undergraduate degree with First Class Honours or the highest classification offered by their institution (e.g., Distinction).
- English Language Proficiency: Must meet the University of Oxford’s English language requirements or be eligible to request a waiver.
Selection Criteria
Candidates for the Rhodes Scholarship are assessed based on the following key qualities:
- Academic excellence: Outstanding academic performance and intellectual potential.
- Energy and ambition: Proven drive to make the most of personal talents across multiple fields, including sports, arts, public speaking, and community involvement.
- Character and compassion: Moral courage, dedication to duty, empathy, selflessness, and a commitment to service.
- Leadership potential: A natural inclination to lead, inspire, and contribute meaningfully to society.
Eligible Countries
The scholarship is open to applicants from specific eligible countries. You can view the complete list of eligible countries here.
Benefits of the Rhodes Trust Scholarship
The Rhodes Trust Scholarship is one of the most generous fully funded programs in the world. The benefits include:
- Full tuition fees for your chosen course at the University of Oxford.
- Annual stipend of £19,800 (approximately £1,650 per month) to cover living expenses including accommodation.
- Application fee coverage for your chosen Oxford course.
- Visa fee and International Health Surcharge (IHS) fully covered, allowing access to the UK’s National Health Service.
- Two economy-class flights – one at the beginning and one at the end of your time at Oxford.
- Settling-in allowance upon arrival in the UK.
- Support for visa renewal and IHS costs for students pursuing a second course at Oxford.
Note: The scholarship does not cover the expenses of partners or dependents.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply through the official Rhodes Scholarship application portal once the process reopens in June 2025.
Note: Applications for the Rhodes Trust Scholarship will reopen in June 2025 for students seeking entry to the University of Oxford in 2026.
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