The University of Oxford is the oldest university in the English-speaking world and is regarded as one of the world's leading academic institutions. The university is consecutively ranked among the top 5 universities in the world for over a decade now. University of Oxford is home to 26,000 students including 45% international students from over 160 countries. International students can choose from around 400 courses in University of Oxford. Medicine, Business, Law, and Humanities are among the popular disciplines at University of Oxford.

Being one of the best universities in the world, University of Oxford expects exceptional academic achievement from the applicants.Located in and around Oxford’s medieval city centre, the university comprises 44 colleges and halls, and over 100 libraries, making it the largest library system in the UK.

The Rhodes Scholarship :
The Rhodes Scholarship is the oldest (first awarded in 1902) international scholarship programme, enabling outstanding young people from around the world to study at the University of Oxford. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to service, this scholarship seeks to identify exceptional individuals who can contribute positively to society. Scholars selected for the Rhodes Scholarship gain access to unparalleled resources, mentorship, and academic support at the University of Oxford. 

The Rhodes Scholarship is a fully funded, full time, postgraduate award which enables talented young people from around the world to study at the University of Oxford.

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

Applications for the next round of Rhodes Scholarships will re-open in June 2025 for the 2026 cycle.

Scholarship Value:
The Rhodes Scholarship covers Oxford University course fees, as well as providing an annual stipend.

The detailed Conditions of Tenure document outlines permitted combinations of degrees, and how many years of study are covered by the Scholarship, as the latter depends on course choice - for example up to three years of fees and stipend is available to Scholars who choose to undertake a DPhil (PhD) at Oxford.

Following selection for the Scholarship, the Rhodes Trust will cover the fee required to apply to study at the University of Oxford. The Trust will cover the fee for a student visa and the associated International Health Surcharge (IHS), which enables international students to access the UK's National Health Service. The Rhodes Trust will cover two economy class flights - to and from the UK - for the beginning and end of studies in Oxford.

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

Eligibility Criteria of Rhodes Scholarship at the Oxford University
> literary and scholastic attainments (academic excellence)
> energy to use one's talents to the full (as demonstrated by mastery in areas such as sports, music, debate, dance, theatre, and artistic pursuits, particularly where teamwork is involved)
> truth, courage, devotion to duty, sympathy for and protection of the weak, kindliness, unselfishness and fellowship
> moral force of character and instincts to lead, and to take an interest in one's fellow beings.
> Candidates must be citizens of one of the eligible countries or regions specified by the Rhodes Trust. These countries/regions may vary from year to year.

Deadline:
The application deadline to apply for the Rhodes Scholarship varies from one country to another.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Official Scholarship link:
Oxford University Rhodes Scholarship for International Students, UK