Covers all University of Oxford fees plus a living stipend for full-time postgraduate study. 2 years (Master's); DPhil funded up to 3 years
ProviderThe Rhodes Trust
CountryUnited Kingdom (UK)
Host university / institutionUniversity of Oxford
Degree levelsMasters/PhD
Fields of studyAll fields
Funding typeFully Funded
Application feeFree
DeadlineDeadlines vary by constituency/country; the US deadline is 1 October.
IntakeMichaelmas/Autumn 2027
Applications openVaries
CompetitionVery High
Programme duration2 years (Master's); DPhil funded up to 3 years
MastersPhDAll fields
Rhodes Scholarship eligibility criteria
Age typically 18-23 (or under 27 with a recently completed first degree); limits vary by constituency
Completed an undergraduate/Bachelor's degree by the course start
Citizen or qualifying resident of an eligible Rhodes constituency
Strong academic record (e.g. US GPA of 3.70/4.0 preferred)
Meet the entry requirements of the chosen Oxford course
Demonstrated leadership and moral force of character
Commitment to service and the wellbeing of others
Benefits and coverage
University of Oxford course fees
Annual living stipend of £20,400 (2025-26)
Oxford application fees covered
Student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge fees
Two economy flights to and from the UK
Settling-in allowance on arrival
Access to Rhodes House and a global community of 4,500+ scholars
Academic and pastoral support, plus emergency financial assistance
Required documents
Personal statement (max ~1,000 words)
Curriculum vitae (max 2 pages)
Academic statement of proposed study (max ~350 words)
Between 5 and 8 references (at least 4 academic, at least 1 character)
Official academic transcripts
Proof of age and citizenship (passport/birth certificate/ID)
Head-and-shoulders colour photograph
Institutional endorsement from your college/university
How to apply for the Rhodes Scholarship
Review the eligibility criteria above and confirm you meet every requirement.
Prepare all required documents early — transcripts, CV, recommendation letters and motivation letter.
Deadlines vary by constituency/country; the US deadline is 1 October. Submit a complete application before the October deadline.
Always confirm the latest details on the official website before applying.
Amount / coverageCovers all University of Oxford fees plus a living stipend for full-time postgraduate stu…
LevelsMasters/PhD
Frequently asked questions
Age typically 18-23 (or under 27 with a recently completed first degree); limits vary by constituency Completed an undergraduate/Bachelor's degree by the course start Citizen or qualifying resident of an eligible Rhodes constituency Strong academic record (e.g. US GPA of 3.70/4.0 preferred) Meet the entry requirements of the chosen Oxford course Demonstrated leadership and moral force of character Commitment to service and the wellbeing of others
University of Oxford course fees Annual living stipend of £20,400 (2025-26) Oxford application fees covered Student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge fees Two economy flights to and from the UK Settling-in allowance on arrival Access to Rhodes House and a global community of 4,500+ scholars Academic and pastoral support, plus emergency financial assistance
Personal statement (max ~1,000 words) Curriculum vitae (max 2 pages) Academic statement of proposed study (max ~350 words) Between 5 and 8 references (at least 4 academic, at least 1 character) Official academic transcripts Proof of age and citizenship (passport/birth certificate/ID) Head-and-shoulders colour photograph Institutional endorsement from your college/university
Deadlines vary by constituency/country; the US deadline is 1 October.
No — applications for the Rhodes Scholarship are free.