The Rhodes Scholarship

The Rhodes Scholarship is a fully-funded postgraduate award which enables talented young people from around the world to study full-time at the University of Oxford. The Rhodes Scholarship is merit-based, with the purpose of developing public-spirited leaders, and to promote international understanding and peace through an international community of Scholars. 

Applying for the Scholarship is a challenge, but it is an experience which has helped generations of young people to succeed. We encourage applications from talented students everywhere.  

Rhodes Scholars come to the UK for two or more years and can apply to study most full-time postgraduate courses in almost any field offered by Oxford University. 

On arrival in Oxford, Scholars receive a settling in allowance, and Scholars who transition to a second course of study in Oxford will receive assistance to cover the fees for visa renewal and further application for IHS. 

From the moment you are selected, you will be welcomed into a global, lifelong community of Rhodes Scholars, Alumni, and Fellows from our partnership programs. Beyond gaining access to a powerful professional network, you will connect with thoughtful, kind and ambitious individuals from around the world, collectively striving to drive progress. 

The CSLP is the flagship programme at the core of the Rhodes Scholar experience. It is rooted in our distinct 'Character, Service, and Leadership' framework, which provides many different and varied opportunities to learn, connect, and engage across three key areas: understanding yourself and your values, building community with others, and navigating your own path through the world beginning with your journey at Oxford. 

Our dedicated Scholar Team is present to support you pastorally and financially at every stage of your journey from selection to the end of your studies. The Rhodes Trust staff are here to support you with settling in and thriving in a new environment, to ensure your academic, professional and personal success. We also provide emergency financial assistance and grants to fund research, travel and creative opportunities to help you make the most of your time at Oxford.