Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust
🧠 About the Scholarship
The Rhodes Scholarship is arguably the most prestigious and oldest international postgraduate award in the world, administered by the Rhodes Trust at the University of Oxford.
Designed to develop “public-spirited leaders,” this merit-based fellowship brings together exceptional young people from more than 70 countries to foster international understanding and global peace. It is not merely a financial grant but a lifelong entry into an elite, collaborative ecosystem of global changemakers, statesmen, scientists, and industry leaders.
📍 Program Overview
- Category: Fully Funded Elite Postgraduate Fellowship.
- Host Institution: University of Oxford, United Kingdom 🇬🇧.
- Scope: Covers almost any full-time postgraduate degree (Master’s, Master of Research, or DPhil/PhD) offered by Oxford.
- Duration: 2 or more years (Up to 3 years fully covered for DPhil candidates).
- Target Audience: Outstanding young graduates globally, including a dedicated quota for Indian citizens.
📅 Critical Timeline (2026/2027 Entry)
- Next Cycle Launch: Applications reopen in June 2026.
- Target Entry: This upcoming 2026 application window is explicitly for students aiming to enter the University of Oxford in Autumn 2027.
- Status Alert: Preparation and Profiling Phase. Eligible students should begin drafting personal statements and securing institutional references now.
💰 Fully Funded Benefits & Financials
The Rhodes Trust manages an all-inclusive financial blanket so scholars can focus entirely on their research and leadership development:
- Tuition Fees: 100% coverage of the University of Oxford course application fee and complete annual tuition fees.
- Annual Living Stipend: Placed at £20,400 per annum (£1,700 per month) to comfortably manage local living costs, food, and private or college accommodation. (Note: This stipend is strictly for an individual scholar and does not cover partners or dependents).
- Travel & Relocation: Two economy-class international flights (one to the UK at the start of studies, and one returning home upon completion).
- Settling-in Allowance: A dedicated cash disbursement provided immediately upon arrival in Oxford to cover initial setup costs.
- Visa & Health Coverage: Full payment for the UK Student Visa and the International Health Surcharge (IHS), giving scholars complete access to the UK’s National Health Service (NHS). Visa renewal fees are also covered if transitioning to a secondary degree track.