Applications are now open for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship 2027 in the United Kingdom. The Rhodes Scholarship is one of the world’s most renowned and competitive international scholarship programs, offering exceptional students the opportunity to pursue Master’s, MPhil, and PhD programs at the University of Oxford. For 2027, Rhodes will offer around 102 Fully Funded Scholarships. The Selected Rhodes scholars will commence their studies at Oxford in October 2027. Rhodes offers a truly life-changing opportunity. The coming together of different people with a shared spirit marks the start of an exciting new journey. More details are below.
Rhodes Scholarship 2027 in the UK
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Host University: University of Oxford
- Degree Level: Master’s, MPhil, and PhD
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Number of Scholarships: Approximately 102
- Application Deadline: Varies by country and constituency
Rhodes Scholarship Duration
Master’s degree programs typically last two years or more. A DPhil (PhD) at Oxford can take up to three years to complete.
Financial Benefits
The Scholarship Covers:
- Accommodation.
- Full tuition fees at Oxford University.
- Living stipend.
- The fees required to study at Oxford.
- Student visa fees.
- International Health Payment (IHS).
- Two economy class flights (to and from the UK).
Eligibility Criteria
- The scholarship is open to International students.
- For the Rhodes scholarship, you must be a citizen of one of these countries.
- Scholarship applicants must have, or be about to complete, an undergraduate degree.
- Applicants must have a good academic record.
- Eligibility criteria for the Rhodes Scholarship vary from country to country.
- Use the Eligibility Checker Tool, and select your country for more details on requirements, criteria, and how you can apply.
- Scholars from all backgrounds can apply.
- Applicants must meet specific entry requirements for their chosen full-time graduate course at the University of Oxford.
- Most importantly, read Rhodes FAQs
Eligible Countries for the Rhodes Scholarship 2027
Below is a list of Rhodes constituencies and their scholarship numbers. Click on a constituency for more info.
- Australia (9 Scholarships)
- Bermuda (1 Scholarship)
- Canada (11 Scholarships)
- China (4 Scholarships)
- Commonwealth Caribbean (1 Scholarship)
- Covering Anguilla, Antigua, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Montserrat, St Lucia, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Vincent, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Turks and Caicos Islands
- East Africa (2 Scholarships)
- Covering Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, South Sudan, and Burundi
- Germany (2 Scholarships)
- Global (2 Scholarships)
- Hong Kong (1 Scholarship)
- India (6 Scholarships)
- Israel (2 Scholarships)
- Jamaica (1 Scholarship)
- Kenya (2 Scholarships)
- Malaysia (1 Scholarship)
- New Zealand (3 Scholarships)
- Pakistan (2 Scholarships)
- Saudi Arabia (2 Scholarships)
- Singapore (1 Scholarship)
- Southern Africa (10 Scholarships)
- Covering South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Namibia, and Swatini
- Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, and Palestine (2 Scholarships)
- United Arab Emirates (2 Scholarships)
- United States of America (32 Scholarships)
- Covering the 50 states of the US, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. territories of American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
- West Africa (3 Scholarships)
- Covering Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, the island of Saint Helena, Senegal, Sierra Leone, São Tomé and Principe, and Togo
- Zambia (2 Scholarships)
- Zimbabwe (2 Scholarships)
Why Apply for the Rhodes Scholarship?
The Rhodes Scholarship is more than a fully funded academic award. It provides scholars with:
- Access to one of the world’s top universities .
- Member of a recognized global network .
- Leadership development opportunities
- Academic and Professional Advising
- Exposure to different cultures and perspectives .
- Opportunities to collaborate with future leaders from around the world .
How to Apply?
The Rhodes Scholarship has set the application process for each country. So follow the steps below:
- Visit the Rhodes Scholarship Website
- Select your country of citizenship.
- Use the eligibility checker to see if you qualify.
- This will then turn on the details, and from there you can apply and follow the process.
