Apply Now: Rhodes West Africa Scholarship 2026 | Study Fully Funded at the University of Oxford

The Rhodes Scholarships, established in 1903, stand as the oldest and one of the most prestigious international scholarship programs in the world.

Administered by the Rhodes Trust in Oxford, the program awards 100 fully-funded scholarships each year for exceptional students to pursue postgraduate studies at the University of Oxford, UK — one of the world’s leading academic institutions.

Overview

Scholarship Type: Postgraduate (Master’s, PhD)
Host Country: United Kingdom
Host Institution: University of Oxford
Eligible Region: West African Countries
Scholarship Benefits: Full tuition, £19,800 annual stipend, travel costs, accommodation
Application Deadline: August 28, 2025

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Who Can Apply? – Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the 2026 Rhodes West Africa Scholarship, you must:

1. Nationality/Citizenship

Be a citizen of one of the following countries:

Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Saint Helena, Senegal, Sierra Leone, São Tomé and Príncipe, or Togo.

2. Residency

Have lived in one or more of the countries listed above for at least five of the last ten years.

3. Age

You must meet one of the following age requirements as of October 1, 2025:

Standard applicants: Between 18 and 24 years old (Born between October 2, 2000 and October 1, 2007).
Medical, dental, law, pharmaceutical, and engineering students: Between 18 and 25 years old (Born between October 2, 1999 and October 1, 2007).
Late graduates (due to extended undergraduate duration): Must be under 27 years old (Born after October 1, 1998) AND must have completed their undergraduate degree on or after October 1, 2024.

4. Academic Excellence

You must have completed (or be on track to complete) an undergraduate degree with a First Class Honours or equivalent by the application deadline.
In Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy fields, a Distinction or equivalent will be accepted.

For medical students, distinction in at least three of the following five subject areas is required:

Medicine & Surgery
Pathology
Pharmacology
Gynaecology
Paediatrics

Note: Stronger preference is given to candidates who have pursued honors or master’s-level qualifications — especially if undertaken outside their home country — except for Nigeria and Ghana where local qualifications may suffice.

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What the Scholarship Covers

The Rhodes West Africa Scholarship is fully funded and includes:

Oxford University tuition fees
Annual stipend of £19,800 (approx. £1,650/month) for living expenses
(Note: This does not cover dependents or family members)
Application fee for University of Oxford
Visa fee and International Health Surcharge (IHS) for access to NHS healthcare
Two economy-class flights (to the UK and back after studies)

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

Proof of Citizenship, Residency, and Age (any two of the following):
- Certified birth certificate or sworn affidavit of birth
- National ID card
- Valid passport (plus translation if not in English)
- Voter’s card
- Notarized affidavit confirming citizenship
Academic transcript(s) showing grades from your university studies
Proof of residency in an eligible country for 5 of the last 10 years (e.g. school records)
Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
- Or request a waiver with a supporting letter if your degree was taught and assessed in English

All documents must be submitted in English. If originals are in another language, include certified English translations.

How to Apply

Confirm your eligibility.
Prepare and upload all required documents in English.
Complete the online application form.

Deadline to Apply: August 28, 2025

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Ready to Shape the Future?

This is your chance to join a global community of visionary leaders and pursue postgraduate studies at one of the world’s most respected universities — fully funded.

Apply now for the 2026 Rhodes West Africa Scholarship and become a force for change in Africa and beyond.

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Apply Now: Rhodes West Africa Scholarship 2026 | Study Fully Funded at the University of Oxford

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