🎓 Rhodes Scholarship 2026 Now Open — Fully Funded to Study at Oxford.

🎓 Rhodes Scholarship 2026 Now Open — Fully Funded to Study at Oxford.

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Applications are now open for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship 2026, offering a life-changing opportunity for exceptional students from West Africa, including Nigeria, to pursue fully funded postgraduate studies at the University of Oxford.

This globally respected award, established in 1903, is one of the oldest and most competitive international scholarship programs in the world.

Funded by the Rhodes Trust, the scholarship covers tuition fees, living expenses, visa costs, round-trip flights, and health insurance — making it one of the most generous academic awards available.

Scholars also gain access to a lifelong global network of Rhodes alumni, leadership development opportunities, and mentorship.

Eligibility Criteria for Nigerians and West Africans

To apply for the Rhodes Scholarship from West Africa, you must meet the following requirements:

Citizenship: You must be a citizen of a West African country, including Nigeria, Ghana, Gambia, Sierra Leone, or Liberia.

Age: You must be between 19 and 29 years old at the time of application, and under 30 by the time you begin your studies at Oxford in October 2026.

Education: You must have completed (or be completing) an undergraduate degree with a First Class or strong Upper Second-Class Honours (typically above 70%).

Graduation Timeline: If you’re still in school, you must complete your degree by July 2026.

Leadership & Character: Applicants must demonstrate leadership potential, moral integrity, and a commitment to service — core values of the Rhodes legacy.

English Proficiency: You must meet the University of Oxford’s English language requirements.

📚 What You Can Study

Rhodes Scholars can pursue a wide range of full-time postgraduate programs at Oxford, including Master’s degrees (MSc, MPhil) and Doctoral degrees (DPhil/PhD) across disciplines such as law, public policy, health sciences, engineering, humanities, and more.

Application Deadline & How to Apply

Deadline: August 28, 2025 at 23:59 GMT

Application Portal: Here. 

Applicants must submit:

Academic transcripts

A personal statement

Letters of recommendation

Proof of leadership and service

A valid passport or national ID