The Rhodes Scholarship

The Rhodes Scholarship is an international postgraduate award for study at the University of Oxford. Founded in 1902, it is considered one of the oldest and most prestigious scholarship programs in the world. The application process is rigorous, and the selection process is based on a number of factors. These include the candidate's citizenship and personal statement, and the interview process.

Citizenship requirements

To be eligible to receive a Rhodes Scholarship, you must be a citizen of the country in which you will be studying. You must also be 18 years or older by October 1 of the year you apply, and not more than twenty-four years old. In addition, you must hold a bachelor's degree or have been accepted to a graduate program in the U.S. The Rhodes Scholarship is highly competitive and the selection criteria is rigorous.

To apply for a Rhodes Scholarship, you must be a United States citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. You must also submit the appropriate documentation proving your citizenship status. You can also apply for the Rhodes Scholarship if you are a DACA recipient.

Personal statement

The Rhodes Scholarship is one of the most prestigious international scholarships. It is awarded to highly qualified student leaders who plan to study at the University of Oxford. Applicants must put in months of preparation to win the scholarship. The application process includes a 1,000-word personal statement, two-page CV, and six reference letters. Read the guidelines carefully and write your personal statement accordingly.

A personal statement is like a portrait: it must convey as much information as possible in a short space, while still retaining a cohesive tone. While the academic transcript and reference letters provide substantive detail about the student's accomplishments and commitments, the personal statement is an opportunity to present an overarching narrative to the selection committee. It should be entirely original work and not copied from others.

Interview process

The Rhodes scholarship has a rigorous application process, and the interview process is one of the most important steps of this process. The scholarship is highly competitive, and you need to have strong extracurricular activities and an excellent academic record. The scholarship also requires strong letters of recommendation and a personal statement that shows your passion for change. The interview will also test your reasoning and intellectual skills as well as your character and potential to make a positive contribution to society.

You should prepare yourself for the interview by reviewing all the required materials. You should also prepare for the questions you're likely to be asked, and write down broad responses. It is also helpful to imagine what the interviewers might ask. While you should be confident and upbeat during the interview, you should also be prepared to answer any personal questions you might receive.

Selection rate

The Rhodes scholarship is a prestigious award and application is highly competitive. Its acceptance rate is around 0.7% globally. The application process opens in early July and closes on the first Wednesday of October. In recent years, eligibility requirements have been expanded to include legal permanent residents of the United States and people who have been granted DACA status. The 2020 class of Rhodes Scholars includes 22 students of color and nine first-generation Americans.

Applicants must submit their application separately to each university. The scholarship committee reviews the submitted applications and chooses the final nominees from the pool. After the nomination deadline in early October, students are notified. Those selected are then invited to attend the district level interview. After a successful district interview, Rhodes will announce the Rhodes scholarship winner.