Rhodes Scholarship for African students
The Rhodes Scholarship is the world's oldest and one of its most prestigious international postgraduate scholarships, fully funding study at the University of Oxford.
Rhodes covers all Oxford fees, a personal stipend (approx. GBP 18,000+ per year), one economy class flight at the start and end of the Scholarship, and visa and health surcharge fees. African constituencies include South Africa, West Africa, East Africa, Southern Africa, Zimbabwe, Kenya and Zambia, plus the Rhodes Global Scholarships open to applicants from any country. Open to all academic disciplines at postgraduate level.
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See all United Kingdom scholarships →The UK funds African students through Chevening, Commonwealth, Rhodes, Gates Cambridge and university-specific awards across Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, Imperial and beyond.
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Frequently asked questions
Are the Rhodes Scholarship scholarships open to African students?
Yes — African applicants are eligible for the Rhodes Scholarship, subject to the country and academic eligibility set by the funder. Each listing on this page links to the official sponsor page where you can confirm the latest country list.
Are the Rhodes Scholarship awards fully funded?
Most the Rhodes Scholarship programmes cover full tuition, a monthly stipend, return airfare and health insurance. Each card on this page states the exact funding type so you can compare like-for-like.
Do I need IELTS or TOEFL for the Rhodes Scholarship?
English proficiency is required when the programme is taught in English. Some the Rhodes Scholarship streams accept Medium-of-Instruction letters or waive testing for Anglophone graduates — confirm on the official call.
When does the Rhodes Scholarship open each year?
the Rhodes Scholarship typically opens once a year. We refresh this page daily so only currently-open or imminently-opening calls appear.
Where can I study with a the Rhodes Scholarship scholarship?
the Rhodes Scholarship sends scholars to universities in the United Kingdom. Specific eligible institutions and fields are listed on each scholarship card.
Are UK Chevening scholarships fully funded?
Yes. Chevening covers tuition, monthly stipend, return flights and visa fees for a one-year Masters at any UK university.
What is the UK student visa cost for Africans?
The Student visa application fee is around GBP 524 from outside the UK, plus the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) of GBP 776 per year. Chevening and Commonwealth awards refund both.
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