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Rhodes Global Scholarships – University of Oxford’s Postgraduate Study in the UK

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Rhodes Global Scholarships – University of Oxford’s Postgraduate Study in the UK - Study in Europe, Post a Comment

Provider: Rhodes Trust / University of Oxford
Host country: United Kingdom
Deadline: Varies by constituency (June–October) — see rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk for country-specific dates
Region: Europe

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply: Citizens of Rhodes constituencies (incl. Southern Africa, West Africa, East Africa, Zimbabwe and Global); aged 18–24; Bachelor's degree (or near completion); demonstrated character, leadership and intellect.
Funding: Fully Funded
Study level: PhD
Deadline: Varies by constituency (June–October) — see rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk for country-specific dates

Key eligibility criteria

Citizens of Rhodes constituencies (incl. Southern Africa, West Africa, East Africa, Zimbabwe and Global); aged 18–24; Bachelor's degree (or near completion); demonstrated character, leadership and intellect.

Recorded funding information

Fully Funded

About the Rhodes Global Scholarships – University of Oxford’s Postgraduate Study in the UK (2026)

The Rhodes Global Scholarships offers students worldwide with the once-in-a-lifetime chance to pursue a postgraduate program at the University of Oxford as well as to study in the UK. If this sounds like an opportunity you wouldn’t want to miss, please read on. ### Table of contents - [About the Rhodes Global Scholarship](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/rhodes-global-scholarships-university-of-oxfords-postgraduate-study-in-the-uk/#h-about-the-rhodes-global-scholarship) - [Benefits of the Rhodes Global Scholarship](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/rhodes-global-scholarships-university-of-oxfords-postgraduate-study-in-the-uk/#h-benefits-of-the-rhodes-global-scholarship) - [Eligibility Criteria for Study in the UK](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/rhodes-global-scholarships-university-of-oxfords-postgraduate-study-in-the-uk/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-study-in-the-uk) - [How to Apply for Postgraduate Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/rhodes-global-scholarships-university-of-oxfords-postgraduate-study-in-the-uk/#h-how-to-apply-for-postgraduate-scholarships) ## About the Rhodes Global Scholarship Until recently, the Rhodes Scholarships have only been awarded in 20 constituencies representing over 60 different countries. Now the Rhodes Scholarships are fully global, with two new Global Scholarships allowing eligible candidates from the rest of the world to apply (subject to nomination). The program is looking for outstanding young leaders who are motivated to engage with global challenges and to promote international understanding and peace. In turn, the scheme shall award chosen applicants with the chance to study any postgraduate program offered at the prestigious University of Oxford. ## Benefits of the Rhodes Global Scholarship A Rhodes Scholarship covers the following: - All University and College fees; - The University application fee; - A living stipend (£15,900 per annum for 2019-20); - One economy class airfare to Oxford at the start of the scholarship and one economy flight back to the student’s home country at the conclusion of the scholarship. The tenure of the Scholarship is two years, subject always to satisfactory academic performance and personal conduct. Subject to an application process, the Scholarship may be extended for a third year for those who take a recognized route to the DPhil (PhD). ## Eligibility Criteria for Study in the UK If you’re interested to pursue postgraduate studies at the University of Oxford through the Rhodes Global Scholarship, please make sure that you meet the following eligibility criteria first: **a. Nationality/citizenship**: Eligibility to any other Rhodes Scholarship renders you ineligible to apply for a Global Scholarship, i.e. if you are eligible to apply via any existing [Rhodes Constituency](https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/scholarships/list-of-rhodes-scholarship-countries/), you must apply there. Please also see the information online regarding inter-jurisdictional consideration – it may be in your interest to pursue that route rather than to apply for a Global Scholarship, which will likely be the most competitive Scholarships offered by the Rhodes Trust. **b. Age**: Upon 1 October 2020, you must meet either of the below criteria: i. You must be at least 18 and have not reached your 24th birthday (i.e. you must have been born after 1 October 1997 and on or before 1 October 2003). OR (for older candidates who completed their first undergraduate degree later than usual) ii. You must have not reached your 27th birthday (i.e. have been born after 1 October 1994) AND you have met or will meet the requirements for completion of your first degree on or after 1 October 2020*. **c. Academic achievement**: You must have completed (or will have completed by June / July 2022) an undergraduate degree with a First Class or minimum GPA minimum of 3.70 out of 4.0 (or equivalent). Please note carefully the requirements for your chosen course at Oxford, which may be higher still. Successful candidates typically feature within the top few ranks of their graduating classes. **d. English language:** You must have a sufficiently high standard of English to meet the English language proficiency requirements (at the Higher Level listed) of the University of Oxford. **e.** If unsuccessful in your first application to the Rhodes Scholarships, you may subsequently re-apply only once more (and this must be in the same constituency), subject to meeting the eligibility criteria ## How to Apply for Postgraduate Scholarships Each university has a limited number of nominations that they can make each year. You must register the most appropriate nominator via the application form. Once their nomination has been received, you will be permitted to submit your form and start your journey towards pursuing to study in the UK. You must submit your application online, with all supporting documents. In order to do so, please read the [Information for Global Candidates](https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/media/45860/information-for-candidates-global.pdf) and visit the [official website](https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/scholarships/apply/global/global-any-other-countryregion) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship. * * * _brought to you by Scholarships for Africans_ [**Scholarships for Africans**](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/) is a premier scholarship information blog committed to bringing more opportunities for Africans globally. They are part of the African Scholar Initiative, powered by Scholarship Hippo. 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Rhodes Global Scholarships – University of Oxford’s Postgraduate Study in the UK eligibility

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Citizens of Rhodes constituencies (incl. Southern Africa, West Africa, East Africa, Zimbabwe and Global); aged 18–24; Bachelor's degree (or near completion); demonstrated character, leadership and intellect.

Rhodes Global Scholarships – University of Oxford’s Postgraduate Study in the UK document information

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How to apply for the Rhodes Global Scholarships – University of Oxford’s Postgraduate Study in the UK 2026

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Check the provider's process
Consult https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/scholarships/applications/global/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.
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Check eligibility and any requested materials
Listed eligibility: Citizens of Rhodes constituencies (incl. Southern Africa, West Africa, East Africa, Zimbabwe and Global); aged 18–24; Bachelor's degree (or near completion); demonstrated character, leadership and intellect.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.
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Check dates and next steps
Listed deadline information: Varies by constituency (June–October) — see rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk for country-specific dates. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

Rhodes Global Scholarships – University of Oxford’s Postgraduate Study in the UK deadline & application timeline

Provider deadline information: Varies by constituency (June–October) — see rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk for country-specific dates. This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

Planning suggestion: 12 months out
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Planning suggestion: 6 months out
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Planning suggestion: 3 months out
If an application is required, review the provider's process and prepare only the materials it requests.
Planning suggestion: 1 month out
If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.
Provider deadline
Varies by constituency (June–October) — see rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk for country-specific dates
Provider deadline information: Varies by constituency (June–October) — see rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk for country-specific dates. Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Rhodes Global Scholarships – University of Oxford’s Postgraduate Study in the UK?+

Citizens of Rhodes constituencies (incl. Southern Africa, West Africa, East Africa, Zimbabwe and Global); aged 18–24; Bachelor's degree (or near completion); demonstrated character, leadership and intellect.

What funding does the Rhodes Global Scholarships – University of Oxford’s Postgraduate Study in the UK offer?+

Listed funding: Fully Funded. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

When is the application deadline?+

Provider deadline information: Varies by constituency (June–October) — see rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk for country-specific dates. Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

What documents do I need to apply?+

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

How do I check the application process?+

Consult https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/scholarships/applications/global/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Citizens of Rhodes constituencies (incl. Southern Africa, West Africa, East Africa, Zimbabwe and Global); aged 18–24; Bachelor's degree (or near completion); demonstrated character, leadership and intellect.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Varies by constituency (June–October) — see rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk for country-specific dates. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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