Rhodes Scholarships
Established in 1903 by the will of Cecil J. Rhodes, this scholarship program seeks to promote international peace and understanding through education. Rhodes Scholars are appointed for two years of study at the University of Oxford in England, with possibility of renewal for a third year. While applications are sought from highly talented students without regard to academic discipline, the student’s desired course of study must be available at Oxford.
Benefits:
- Funding for tuition
- Stipend to cover living expenses
- Funding for travel to and from the UK
- Funding to obtain a student visa
Eligibility:
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution at the time when your award begins
- Have not yet reached 27 years of age by October 1st, 2022
- GPA of at least 3.7 (without rounding)
Link to complete eligibility requirements
Internal Deadline: August 31st, 2024.
National Deadline: Early October
Campus Contacts:
Professor Daniel Sandweiss, daniels@maine.edu (Rhodes Scholarship Campus Advisor)
Nives Dal Bo-Wheeler, nives.dalbowheeler@maine.edu (Office of Major Scholarships, Director)
