The Rhodes West Africa Scholarship 2027, a distinguished, fully financed opportunity for exceptional individuals to undertake postgraduate studies at the University of Oxford, is currently accepting applications. For chosen applicants, the scholarship pays for all living expenses, lodging, flights, and tuition.
One of the oldest and most prestigious international scholarship programs in the world, the Rhodes Scholarship was founded in 1903 and is run by the Rhodes Trust. Approximately 100 international scholars are chosen to attend Oxford University each year.
Talented young leaders with outstanding academic aptitude, great moral integrity, leadership potential, and a dedication to tackling global issues and supporting their communities are sought after by the program.
Eligibility Criteria :
- Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Gambia, Mali, Niger, Togo, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Mauritania, São Tomé and Principe, or Saint Helena are among the West African nations where applicants must be citizens.
- Candidates must have spent at least five of the previous ten years residing in one or more qualifying nations.
- Generally speaking, applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 24 by October 1, 2025; however, some professional disciplines and late graduates may have higher age restrictions.
- Before the application deadline, candidates must have earned a bachelor’s degree with First Class Honors or an equivalent academic standing. Candidates in the fields of medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy should show distinction in important academic topics.
- Admission prospects are enhanced by strong academic accomplishments, leadership potential, and advanced study experience at the University of
The United Kingdom is the host nation.
Study Location: The United Kingdom
Category: Master’s, PhD, and Postgraduate Scholarships
West African nations are eligible.
Benefits include a full scholarship, an annual stipend of £20,400, lodging, and travel expenses.
IELTS Requirement: Not necessary
Benefits :
- The University of Oxford’s complete course and tuition costs are covered by the Rhodes Scholarship.
- An annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month) is given to scholars to cover living costs, including housing.
- Additionally, the scholarship pays Oxford University’s application fee.
- The International Health Surcharge (IHS) and student visa fees are entirely covered.
- At the start and finish of their studies, scholars are given two economy-class tickets to and from the United Kingdom.
- The scholar is the lone recipient of the funding; partners or dependents are not covered.
