The Rhodes Scholarships, the oldest international fellowships, were initiated after the death of Cecil Rhodes in 1902, and bring outstanding students from many countries around the world to the University of Oxford. The first American scholars were elected in 1904.

Rhodes scholars are elected for two years of study at the University of Oxford, with the possibility of renewal for a third year. All educational costs, such as matriculation, tuition, laboratory and certain other fees, are paid on the scholar's behalf by the Rhodes Trustees. Each scholar receives in addition a maintenance allowance adequate to meet necessary expenses for term-time and vacations. The Rhodes Trustees cover the necessary costs of travel to and from Oxford, and upon application, may approve additional grants for research purposes or study-related travel.

• Be 18 years old, but not yet 24 on October 1 of the year in which they apply
• Be a U.S. citizen
• Be a college senior or recent graduate
• Have strong intellectual ability and demonstrated leadership ability

The Rhodes Scholarships

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