Applications are now open for the Oxford University Scholarship for fully funded master’s or doctoral programs in all available full-time disciplines at the University of Oxford. All nationalities can apply for this program.
Oxford University Scholarship
The Rhodes Program provides full funding to study at one of the best universities in the world for students from all over the world to pursue a master's or doctoral degree.
What is the Rhodes Scholarship for studying at the University of Oxford?
The Rhodes Program offers full funding for full-time study at the University of Oxford, giving talented students from around the world the opportunity to study at this prestigious university. This program is highly competitive, so thorough preparation is necessary before applying. All eligible individuals are encouraged to apply, and through this scholarship, you can apply for graduate programs at the University of Oxford.
Established in 1902, the Rhodes Program is the oldest in the world that offers scholarships for studying in the UK for students from all over the world to pursue full-time graduate studies at the University of Oxford, which is ranked first in the 2024 Times Higher Education rankings. Twenty-six Nobel Prize winners have graduated from this university.
Oxford University Scholarship-2025 Details
Degree:Full-time Master's and Doctorate
Duration:Two years for a Master's and three years for a Doctorate
Funding:Fully funded
Fields of Study:All full-time disciplines at the University of Oxford
Eligible Countries:Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Djibouti, Algeria, Iraq, Jordan, Comoros, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Mauritania, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Somalia, Syria, Tunisia, Yemen, and all other countries worldwide.
Academic Degrees Available for Study at the University of Oxford
- Higher Bachelor's Degree (Second BA):Available for those already holding a Bachelor's degree. The duration of this degree is two years.
- One-Year Master's Degree:Includes MSc, MSt, BCL, MPP, followed by a second one-year Master's degree.
- Two-Year Master's Degree:Includes MPhil, BPhil through coursework, and a two-year research Master's.
- Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil):Duration is 3-4 years. Students in medical sciences, mathematics, physical sciences, and life sciences can apply directly to the DPhil without needing a Master's degree. For other fields like social sciences and humanities, a Master's degree is required to apply for the DPhil.
Students who have completed a one-year Master's through coursework can apply for a DPhil in the second year.
For professional degrees like Master of Financial Economics (MFE) or Master of Business Administration (MBA), applications can be made in the second year of the scholarship.
You can check the eligible fields of study [here].
What Funding Does This Program Offer?
The Rhodes Program covers tuition fees and registration fees at the University of Oxford. Additionally, it provides a monthly stipend to cover personal expenses and accommodation.
- Annual stipend: €19,092 or €1,591 per month
- Visa fees
- Health insurance
- Airfare tickets
- Relocation allowance
Note:This funding is sufficient for one person only.
Doctoral students are encouraged to seek additional support to cover the fourth year, as the program may not cover it.
Oxford University Scholarship Requirements
- Age and Education:
- Must not be older than 27 years by October 2025.
- Must have obtained a Bachelor's degree by or after October 2024.
- Academic Qualifications:
- Must have achieved First Class Honours or an equivalent degree.
- GPA should be at least 3.7/4. You can check the required grades according to your country [here].
- English Language Proficiency:
| Test | Minimum overall score | Minimum score per component |
| IELTS Academic | 7.0 | 6.5 |
| TOEFL iBT, including the 'Home Edition' (Institution code: 0490) | 100 | Listening: 22 Reading: 24 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 |
| C1 Advanced* | 185 | 176 |
| C2 Proficiency† | 185 | 176 |
| Minimum scores required to meet the University's standard level requirement | ||
| Test | Minimum overall score | Minimum score per component |
| IELTS Academic | 7.5 | 7.0 |
| TOEFL iBT, including the 'Home Edition' (Institution code: 0490) | 110 | Listening: 22 Reading: 24 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 |
| C1 Advanced* | 191 | 185 |
| C2 Proficiency† | 191 | 185 |
| Minimum scores required to meet the University's higher level requirement | ||
C1: Cambridge Certificate of Advanced
C2: Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency
How to Apply for the Oxford Scholarship
You must apply online through the application form at the end of the article before the deadline. There are no application fees, and you must apply for the scholarship before applying for a course of study at the University of Oxford.
Required Documents for Application:
- Academic Certificate
- Transcript of Grades
- Courses you wish to study at the University of Oxford
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- There is a specific CV template in the application form that you need to fill out.
- Motivation Letter
- Four Letters of Recommendation
- You can find more details about this requirement [here].
- Nomination Letter from your University
- More information about this requirement can be found [here].
You can learn more about the scholarship [here].
You can find more information about the available degrees [here].