Fully Funded 2026 Rhodes Trust Scholarships at the University of Oxford

Location: United Kingdom

Program: Postgraduate – Masters, PhD

Eligibility: International Students

Duration: Same with course

Deadline: September 23, 2025.

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The Rhodes scholarship is a prestigious, fully-funded postgraduate award that offers exceptional young people from across the globe the opportunity to pursue full-time studies at the University of Oxford. It is merit-based, aimed at nurturing public-spirited leaders while fostering international understanding and peace through a diverse community of scholars. Although the application process is highly competitive, it has empowered generations of students to grow academically, personally, and professionally. Successful candidates spend two or more years in the UK, pursuing almost any postgraduate course offered at Oxford.

The University of Oxford, located in Oxford, England, is one of the world’s oldest and most renowned universities, with a history dating back to the 12th century. Known for its academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and distinguished alumni including Nobel laureates, world leaders, and pioneers across various fields, Oxford consistently ranks among the top universities globally. The institution comprises a collegiate system, offering students a unique blend of rigorous academics, vibrant traditions, and a supportive community, making it a leading destination for higher education worldwide.Top of FormBottom of Form

Benefits of the Scholarship

SBW Berlin covers the necessary living expenses of the scholarship recipients. The scholarship includes:

University of Oxford course fees
£19,800 per annum (£1,650 per month)
Accommodation
The fee required to apply to study at the University of Oxford
Fees for a student visa and associated International Health Surcharge (IHS), which enables international students to access the UK’s National Health Service
Two economy class flights to and from the UK, for the beginning and end of studies in Oxford.
Settling in allowance
Scholars who transition to a second course of study in Oxford will receive assistance to cover the fees for visa renewal and further application for IHS.
Any field of study by Oxford University.

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

Meet the University admission requirements
Be a citizen of the listed countries
Resident in one or more of the countries listed for at least five of the last ten years
i. Be aged 18-24 on 1st October 2025 (i.e. you must have been born after 1 October 2000 and before 2 October 2007).
OR for medical, dental, pharmaceutical, law and engineering students, to allow you to complete your professional internship
ii. You must be aged 18-25 on 1st October 2025 (i.e. you must have been born after 1 October 1999 and before 2 October 2007
OR for older candidates who completed their first undergraduate degree later than usual
iii. You must be under the age of 27 on 1st October 2025 (i.e. have been born after 1 October 1998) AND you must also have completed your first undergraduate degree on or after 1 October 2024
Have completed an undergraduate degree (normally a Bachelor’s degree) by the application deadline with an academic background and grade that is a First Class Honours Degree or equivalent which meets or exceeds the specific entry requirements of your chosen full-time course at the University of Oxford.
Have a sufficiently high standard of English to meet the University of Oxford’s English language proficiency requirements
You meet the University of Oxford’s requirements for an English Language test waiver, you may request a waiver.

NOTE: kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements.

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Selection Criteria

The Rhodes scholarship is a merit scholarship, and there is no such thing as a ‘type’ when considering who gets selected. In fact, the strength of the Scholarship comes from its rigorous selection criteria and diversity.