Rhodes Scholarship 2027 at the University of Oxford

Quick intro

Applications are open for the Rhodes Scholarship 2027 for entry to the University of Oxford in October 2027. The Rhodes Scholarship is a fully funded postgraduate award that enables talented young people from around the world to study full-time postgraduate courses at Oxford. The scholarship is merit-based and aims to develop public-spirited leaders and promote international understanding and peace. (Rhodes House)

Benefits

The Rhodes Scholarship covers Oxford course fees and provides an annual stipend. For the 2025–26 academic year, the stipend is listed as £20,400 per year, or £1,700 per month. The Rhodes Trust also covers the Oxford application fee, student visa fee, International Health Surcharge, two economy-class flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance on arrival. (Rhodes House)

The scholarship covers:

• Oxford University course fees
• Annual living stipend
• Oxford application fee
• Student visa fee
• International Health Surcharge
• Two economy-class flights
• Settling-in allowance
• Scholar support and Rhodes community programming

Objectives

The Rhodes Scholarship supports postgraduate study at Oxford while building a global community of public-spirited leaders. Rhodes Scholars join a lifelong international network and participate in programming focused on leadership, service, cross-cultural understanding, career development and scholar support. (Rhodes House)

Eligibility criteria

Eligibility is country/constituency-specific. The Rhodes Trust clearly states that because Rhodes Scholarships are place-based, eligibility criteria, application requirements, and selection processes vary depending on the constituency. For India, applicants must use the India-specific information page and candidate document. (Rhodes House)

Required documents

Required documents vary by country. For India, the official page links to India-specific documents including Information for Candidates, Guidance for Referees, Courses Covered by the Rhodes Scholarship, and a Scholars Guide. Applicants should not rely on a generic checklist; they should follow the official country page. (Rhodes House)

Typical requirements may include:

• Online Rhodes application
• Academic transcripts
• CV or résumé
• Personal statement / academic statement
• Referee details and recommendation letters
• Proof of eligibility/citizenship/residency, depending on constituency
• Oxford course choice details

How to apply

Go to the official Rhodes applications page, select your country/constituency, read the country-specific Information for Candidates, and submit the online application before your constituency deadline. For India, the deadline is 23 July 2026 at 23:59 IST, and five Rhodes Scholarships are available. (Rhodes House)