Amount: Full funding
Deadline: Early October (US applicants)
Level: graduate
Renewable: Yes
About
The Rhodes Scholarship is the oldest and most celebrated international fellowship award, supporting graduate study at the University of Oxford.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US, certain other countries
- GPA: 3.8+
- Bachelor's degree by October 1 of enrollment year
- Ages 18-24
- Outstanding intellect, character, leadership, and commitment to service
Required Materials
- Online application
- Essays
- Letters of recommendation
- Transcripts
- CV
Timeline
Application opens June. Finalist interviews in November. Notifications typically November.
Tips
This is highly competitive. Seek guidance from your university's fellowships office. Showcase exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and a strong sense of purpose.