The 2025 Rhodes Scholarship at the University of Oxford is now open to brilliant and ambitious students worldwide. This prestigious award offers fully funded postgraduate education in the UK, covering tuition, living expenses, health insurance, visa fees, and travel.
Applications open on June 2, 2025, and the deadline is August 28, 2025. If you have academic excellence, leadership skills, and a passion for positive change, this could be your life-changing opportunity.
About the Rhodes Scholarship
Established in 1902, the Rhodes Scholarship is one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious international scholarship programs. Administered by the Rhodes Trust, it brings together outstanding students from around the globe to study at Oxford, where they become part of a vibrant community of leaders committed to public service.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full tuition coverage at Oxford University
- Annual stipend of £19,092 (approx. £1,591/month)
- Settling-in allowance
- Health insurance coverage
- Visa fees fully covered
- Two economy class flights – to and from the UK
- Opportunity to study any full-time postgraduate program at Oxford
- Scholarship renewable for up to two years, based on academic performance
Who Can Apply?
The Rhodes Global Scholarship welcomes applicants from all countries without an existing Rhodes constituency. To be eligible, you must meet the following requirements:
1. Nationality
You must not be eligible for any of the current Rhodes constituencies. If you have strong ties to a constituency but don’t qualify under its rules, consider the Inter-Jurisdictional route.
2. Age Criteria (Meet one of the following):
- 18 to 24 years old by October 1, 2025 (born between October 2, 1999 – October 1, 2006)
- For certain professional degrees (e.g., medicine, law): up to 25 years old
- If you completed your degree later than usual: under 27 years old and must have completed your degree on or after October 1, 2024
3. Academic Requirements
- Must have completed a bachelor’s degree
- A First Class Honours or equivalent academic record is highly recommended, given Oxford’s competitive standards
4. English Language Proficiency
- You must meet Oxford’s Higher Level English requirement unless you’re from an English-speaking country
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Follow this guide to submit a strong Rhodes application:
- Visit the Rhodes Scholarships Application Page
- Choose your home country or region to confirm your eligibility
- If eligible, create an account and start your application
- Prepare and upload the required documents:
- Academic transcripts
- Personal statement
- Proof of age and nationality
- CV/resumé
- Letters of recommendation (typically 4–6)
- Submit before the deadline: August 28, 2025
Key Highlights
- Host Institution: University of Oxford, UK
- Level: Masters, PhD
- Funding: Fully Funded
- Deadline: August 28, 2025
- No IELTS required (if English language conditions are met)
Ready to Study at Oxford?
CLICK HERE TO START YOUR RHODES APPLICATION
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