United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Rhodes Scholarships
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Fully funded
Award
GBP 1,650 / per month
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Deadline
October 1, 2025
Deadline passed
Duration
2 Years
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Funding type
Fully funded
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About this scholarship
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The Rhodes Scholarship, established in 1902 by the will of Cecil Rhodes, is among the world’s oldest and most prestigious postgraduate awards. It enables exceptional scholars worldwide to pursue advanced graduate-level studies at the University of Oxford, with full financial coverage. Beyond academics, the scholarship seeks leaders with integrity, public-spiritedness, and a commitment to making a difference globally. Selected scholars join an elite, lifelong global network and receive unparalleled academic and leadership development.
Scholarship details
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Field of study
Natural Sciences
Host country
United Kingdom
Competition
Medium
Opens
August 31, 2025
Eligibility
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The eligibility criteria for this program is as follows:
- Must belong to a designated Rhodes constituency or apply via the global route Oxford universityEduInput
- Age: Typically 18–24 as of 1 October of entry year; exceptions up to 27 for late graduates or medical students rhodeshouse.ox.ac.ukOxford university
- Academic excellence: a First-Class Honours degree or equivalent; GPA ~3.7/4.0+ rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk
Application requirements
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The requirements for this program is as follows:
- Online application via Rhodes Trust portal
- Documents: transcripts, CV, personal & academic statements, proof of nationality, English proficiency (if needed), 4–6 confidential referees (≥3 academic + character) Oxford universityupGradMigration Visa Portalmyuniguide.com
- Interviews conducted regionally for shortlisted candidates (Sept–Nov) Oxford university
What is covered
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The scholarship includes coverage for:
- Full Oxford University course and college fees
- Annual living stipend of approx. £19,800/year (~£1,650/month) Oxford universityResearchBunny
- Application fee for Oxford, UK visa costs, and the Health Surcharge (IHS)
- Two economy-class flights (to and from the UK)
- One-time settling-in allowance and visa/health reapplication support for multi-year scholars Oxford universityResearchBunny
- Full Oxford University course and college fees
- Online application via Rhodes Trust portal