Rhodes Global Scholarship 2026 in UK | How to Apply
The Rhodes Global Scholarship 2026 is now open for (any other country/region).
The Rhodes Scholarship is one of the world’s most prestigious and oldest international scholarships, established way back in 1903. Think of it as the “gold standard” of academic scholarships – it’s fully funded and takes you to the University of Oxford in England, one of the most respected universities on the planet.
The Global Rhodes Scholarship is specifically designed for students who can’t apply through their home country’s regular Rhodes program. It’s like a special pathway for exceptional students from places that don’t have their own Rhodes constituency.
Rhodes Global Scholarship 2026 Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Study Abroad: Study in UK
- Host Institution: University of Oxford
- Scholarship Name: Rhodes Trust Scholarship
- Category Level: Postgraduate Scholarships | Master’s Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligibility: All Countries
- Reward: Full tuition | Annual Stipend | Airfare and lots more
- Deadline: July 31, 2025
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Rhodes Global Scholarship 2026 Details
The Rhodes Global Scholarship is designed for students from countries or regions that don’t have their own dedicated Rhodes Scholarship program. If you can’t apply through your home country’s regular Rhodes process because there isn’t one, or you don’t have strong enough connections to any existing Rhodes country programs, then the Global Scholarship might be your pathway to Oxford. They want people who show:
- Academic Excellence: You need to be really good at your studies
- Energy and Talent: You should excel in things beyond just books – sports, music, debate, theater, and community work
- Strong Character: They want people with integrity, courage, and who care about helping others
- Leadership Potential: You should show that you can lead and inspire others
This scholarship essentially ensures that talented students from every corner of the world have a chance to compete for this prestigious opportunity, regardless of whether their country has an established Rhodes constituency.
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Rhodes Global Scholarship 2026 Eligibility Requirements
- Nationality/citizenship: You may only apply to the Global Scholarships if you are not eligible
to apply via any existing Rhodes constituency.- If you have a strong connection to one or more
Rhodes constituencies, but do not meet their eligibility criteria, you should also consider interjurisdictional consideration rather than the Global Scholarship.
- If you have a strong connection to one or more
- Age: You must fulfill one of the following criteria:
- You must 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 students with a compulsory professional internship: - 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: - You must be under the age of 27 on 1st October 2025 (ie, have been born after 1
October 1998) AND you must also have completed your first undergraduate degree on
or after 1 October 2024.* - *A university’s policy determines the date of completion of academic requirements for a degree, and this may be different from when a degree is considered awarded by the university or the date of a graduation ceremony. In ambiguous cases, the decision of the National Secretary is final.
- You must be aged 18-24 on 1st October 2025 (i,e you must have been born after 1
- Academic achievement: You must have completed, or be expected to complete by July 2026, an undergraduate degree (usually a Bachelor’s), and you must have an academic background and grade that, at a minimum, meets or exceeds the specific entry requirements of your chosen course at the University of Oxford.
- Candidates will have a higher chance of successful admission to Oxford if they have:
- A First Class Honors Degree or equivalent, or,
o A GPA of 3.70/4.0 or higher*
*Once you have noted the entry requirements for your chosen course(s).
- A First Class Honors Degree or equivalent, or,
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Benefits
- Full tuition fees at Oxford University
- Living expenses (accommodation, meals, personal expenses)
- Two years of minimum study coverage
- Possible extension for longer programs, like a PhD
- Travel support for interviews and to get to Oxford
- Access to the Rhodes community – networking with current and former scholars worldwide
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Rhodes Global Scholarship 2026 Required Documents
You’ll need to gather these important documents:
Personal Documents:
- Birth certificate and passport (to prove your age and nationality)
- Official university transcripts showing your grades
- High school transcripts and certificates
- A professional headshot photo
English Language Proof:
- TOEFL/IELTS test results, OR
- A letter requesting a waiver if your degree was taught in English
Application Materials:
- Personal statement (up to 1,000 words)
- Academic statement (up to 350 words)
- Completed the CV section in the application form
References:
- 3 academic references (from professors who taught you)
- 1 character reference (from someone who knows your leadership/community work)
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How to Apply for the Rhodes Global Scholarship 2026 (Step by Step)
Ready to apply? Here’s what you need to do:
- Click on the button below to go to the Rhodes Scholarship website for global applicants and navigate to the 2026 application section
- Take the eligibility test on their website and answer all the qualifying questions to confirm you meet the requirements
- Fill out and submit the online application form before the July 31, 2025, deadline (There’s no application fee required!)
- Important: Apply for the Rhodes Scholarship FIRST – Don’t apply to Oxford University yet, wait until after the Rhodes selection process
- If you’re chosen as a Rhodes Scholar, you’ll then apply to Oxford University with guidance and support from the Rhodes House team
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Deadline
July 31, 2025
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