Rhodes Scholarship 2027 for International Students to Study Master’s and PhD Programs at Oxford

The Rhodes Trust invites outstanding students from around the world to apply for the Rhodes Scholarship 2027, one of the most prestigious international scholarships in the world. The scholarship enables selected students to pursue full-time postgraduate study at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom.

The scholarship targets young people with academic excellence, leadership potential, a commitment to public service, and a desire to make a positive impact in their communities.

• Full coverage of tuition fees at the University of Oxford.
• An annual stipend to cover living expenses.
• Coverage of the University of Oxford application fee.
• Coverage of the student visa fee and the UK health insurance surcharge.
• Two economy-class flights to and from the United Kingdom at the beginning and end of the study period.
• A settling-in allowance upon arrival in Oxford.
• Possible support for some visa renewal costs if the scholar moves on to a second degree program at Oxford.
• Joining a global network of Rhodes Scholars alumni.
• Leadership, academic, and professional development opportunities during the study period.

• Applicants must be from an eligible country or region under the Rhodes Scholarship routes.
• Applicants must be eligible to apply through the route related to their nationality or the country with which they are associated.
• Applicants must hold a first university degree or be in the final year of their undergraduate studies.
• Applicants must have an outstanding academic record.
• Applicants must demonstrate leadership, initiative, and community service.
• Applicants must choose a full-time postgraduate program at the University of Oxford that is covered under the scholarship conditions.
• Applicants must meet the age requirements and specific criteria of the route through which they are applying.
• Selection Criteria

The scholarship focuses on selecting candidates who combine:

• Academic excellence.
• Leadership and ambition.
• Commitment to serving others.
• Strong character and integrity.
• The ability to make a positive impact in society.
• An interest in learning, critical thinking, and working with others.

Application Deadline

• Deadlines vary depending on the country or route. For some Arab routes:
• Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, and Palestine: The application deadline is August 27, 2026, at 23:59 GMT.
• Saudi Arabia: The application deadline is September 23, 2026, at 23:59 AST.
• United Arab Emirates: The application deadline is September 23, 2026, at 23:59 GST.

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