Applications are now open for the University of Oxford Rhodes Scholarship 2027 for outstanding students from around the world who wish to pursue postgraduate studies at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom.
The Rhodes Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity that covers full tuition fees and provides a yearly living stipend of £20,400 for successful candidates throughout their studies. The scholarship also includes a settling-in allowance, visa fees, health insurance coverage, and economy-class flight tickets to and from the United Kingdom.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- No IELTS Required
- Reward: Full Scholarship | £20,400 Annual Stipend | Settling Allowance | Visa Fees | Health Insurance | Travel Costs
- Deadline: Varies by Country
Scholarship Details
The Rhodes Scholarship is one of the world’s most prestigious international scholarship programmes, offering exceptional young leaders the opportunity to study at the University of Oxford. The scholarship seeks individuals who demonstrate outstanding academic excellence, leadership potential, strong character, and a commitment to making a positive impact in society.
Established through the Rhodes Trust, the programme brings together talented students from across the globe to pursue postgraduate studies at Oxford while becoming part of a diverse and influential international community. Although the scholarship was previously available only in selected constituencies, it has expanded significantly and now includes Global Scholarships that allow eligible candidates from countries not covered by existing Rhodes constituencies to apply.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the University of Oxford Rhodes Scholarship, applicants must:
Nationality/Citizenship
- Apply through the Global Scholarship route only if they are not eligible to apply through an existing Rhodes constituency.
- Candidates with strong connections to a Rhodes constituency but who do not meet its eligibility requirements may explore inter-jurisdictional consideration where applicable.
Age Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Be aged 18–24 on October 1, 2026 (born after October 1, 2001, and before October 2, 2008); or
- For medical, dental, pharmaceutical, law, and engineering students completing professional internships, be aged 18–25 on October 1, 2026; or
- Be under 27 years old on October 1, 2026 (born after October 1, 1999) and have completed their first undergraduate degree on or after October 1, 2025.
Academic Requirements
- Have completed an undergraduate degree, typically a Bachelor’s degree.
- Possess an excellent academic record.
- Candidates with a First Class Honours degree or its equivalent are generally more competitive for admission to the University of Oxford.
English Language Requirement
- Demonstrate a level of English proficiency that satisfies the University of Oxford’s higher-level English language requirements.
- Applicants whose first language is English and who are citizens and residents of majority English-speaking countries may be exempt from this requirement.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the University of Oxford Rhodes Scholarship will receive:
- Full tuition fees at the University of Oxford.
- Application fees required for admission to Oxford.
- Student visa application fees.
- International Health Surcharge (IHS) fees.
- Two economy-class flight tickets to and from the United Kingdom.
- A settling-in allowance upon arrival in Oxford.
- Annual living stipend of £20,400.
- Additional support for visa renewal and IHS costs for scholars progressing to a second course of study at Oxford.
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Personal information and contact details.
- Academic transcripts and certificates.
- Proof of eligibility and citizenship.
- Evidence of English language proficiency (where applicable).
- Any additional supporting documents required by the Rhodes Trust and the chosen constituency.
- Other documents specified during the online application process.
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Oxford Rhodes Scholarship:
- Visit the Rhodes Scholarship application webpage.
- Select your country or constituency and review the eligibility requirements.
- Confirm that you meet all eligibility criteria.
- Create and verify your application account.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Review your application carefully before submission.
- Submit your application before the deadline applicable to your country.
- Kindly wait for feedback from the scholarship organizers.
Application deadlines vary depending on the applicant’s country or constituency.
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