University of Oxford Rhodes Scholarships for New Zealand 2024
Description
Are you aiming to study at the prestigious University of Oxford in the UK? Funded by the Rhodes Trust, the Rhodes Scholarship is a fully-funded international scholarship program aimed at exceptional students from around the world. Established in 1903, it's one of the oldest and most highly-regarded graduate scholarship programs globally. If you are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident with outstanding academic achievements, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a positive impact, the Rhodes Scholarship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Keep reading to learn more about eligibility requirements, application procedures, and the benefits of becoming a Rhodes Scholar.
Degree Level
University of Oxford Rhodes Scholarships for New Zealand 2024 is available to undertake Masters level programs at UK Universities.
Available Subjects
Following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.
- All Subjects
Benefits
Scholarship Details:
- Financial Support: The Rhodes Trust determines the overall value of the scholarship. For specific details, please consult the Rhodes House website's FAQ section. The Trust directly covers tuition and fees with the college and university.
- Selection: A maximum of three New Zealanders are chosen for the scholarship each year.
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Eligible Nationalities
This scholarship is open to students from New Zealand.
Rhodes Scholarship Advisers are available at each New Zealand university.
Their role is to encourage and support applications for the Rhodes Scholarship for New Zealand.
The advisers are:
- Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland – National Secretary nz.secretary@rhodestrust.com
- AUT – Professor Kris Gledhill kris.gledhill@aut.ac.nz
- The University of Waikato – Dr Sarah-Jane Tiakiwai rimu@waikato.ac.nz
- Massey University – Bruce van Brunt b.vanbrunt@massey.ac.nz
- Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington – Chris Bumby chris.bumby@vuw.ac.nz
- University of Canterbury – Associate Professor Jenni Adams jenni.adams@canterbury.ac.nz
- Lincoln University – Professor Grant Edwards grant.edwards@lincoln.ac.nz
- University of Otago – Associate Professor Andrew Moore andrew.moore@otago.ac.nz
Candidates who have specific questions about eligibility, the application form/process, the selection process, etc, should contact the Scholarships Office of their university or Universities New Zealand: scholarships@universitiesnz.ac.nz.
Eligibility Criteria
- Citizenship: Be a New Zealand citizen or hold a New Zealand Permanent Resident Visa by the application deadline.
- Residency: Have lived in New Zealand for at least five of the past ten years by the application deadline.
- Education: Possess an undergraduate degree (minimum GPA of 7.50 out of 9.00) by the time you start at Oxford.
- Age: Be between 18 and 24 years old on October 1, 2024 (born after October 1, 1999 and before October 2, 2006).
- OR (for those who finished their undergraduate degree later): Be under 27 years old on October 1, 2024 (born after October 1, 1997) and on track to complete (or have already completed) your undergraduate degree by October 1, 2023 with a minimum GPA of 7.50.
Application Procedure
Steps to Take
- Confirm Eligibility: Make sure you meet all the criteria mentioned earlier.
- Assemble Application Materials: Collect all required documents, such as academic transcripts, your personal statement, and letters of recommendation.
- Submit Online Application: Utilize the online portal to submit your application before the deadline.
