Application Deadline
Global Rhodes Deadline
7/5/2024
Duke Contact
NCS Teamncs-ousf@duke.edu
Quick facts
Eligibility: Citizenship
U.S. Citizen, Non-US Citizen, DACA RecipientWhen to Apply
Rising Senior Summer, Young AlumniCampus Nomination Required?
YesAge Limit
24 years old, unless graduating later than usual.Sponsoring Foundation Site
https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/Description
The Rhodes Scholarship funds two years of study in any field at Oxford. Applications are considered by a decentralized committee located in each participating Rhodes country/constituency. Prospective applicants are encouraged to be in touch with NCS Advisors to learn about the application process and timeline associated with their home country. Applicants must apply separately for admission to their graduate program. Applicants in some constituencies must be nominated by Duke to compete for the award.
US Rhodes |
Global Rhodes | |
| Deadline for complete Campus Applications, including resume, transcript, and essays | Thursday, August 8, 12 pm (noon) | Friday, July 5, 12 pm (noon) |
| Deadline for all letters of recommendation emailed to ncs-ousf@duke.edu | Thursday, August 8, 12 pm (noon) | Friday, July 5, 12 pm (noon) |
| Duke nominees named by NCS | Early September | Early July |
Benefits
The scholarship covers all educational costs for two years of study, including travel, tuition, housing, food, laboratory and other fees. Candidates pursuing a doctorate may petition for a third year of funding.
Scholars also participate in professional development and community events, as well as gain access to a strong alumni network and ongoing opportunities for networking, collaboration, and advancement.
Eligibility
In most constituencies, applicants must be a citizen or permanent resident of the relevant country (DACA recipients should apply through the U.S. process) and must be graduating seniors or recent alumni under the age of 24 with a cumulative GPA of 3.7 or higher.
Selection Criteria
- Academic excellence
- Energy to use your talents to the fullest (as demonstrated by mastery in areas such as sports, music, debate, dance, theatre, and artistic pursuits)
- Truth, courage, devotion to duty, sympathy for and protection of the weak, kindliness, unselfishness, and fellowship
- Moral force of character and instincts to lead, and a genuine concern for and interest in others
Links
NCS Scholarship Information in Canvas - specialized application advice.