Oxford and the Rhodes Scholarships

This compact handbook gathers the essential facts that anyone curious about the Rhodes Scholarships will need. Drawing on official wills, Trust memoranda, university publications, and personal observations, it answers common queries such as how many scholars study at Oxford, what courses are available, and how the selection process differs from American institutions. The authors stress that the volume is independent of the Rhodes Trust, yet they rely on its documented sources to keep the information reliable and up‑to‑date.

The work is split into two parts: the first explains the origins, eligibility criteria, and administrative procedures of the scholarship, while the second focuses on Oxford’s academic environment, college life, and the practical steps a scholar must take after arrival. An extensive appendix supplies current lists of scholars, selection committees, sample examination questions, lecture schedules, and a bibliography, all searchable via a detailed index. It serves as a quick reference for hopeful applicants, incoming scholars, and anyone seeking a clearer picture of the Rhodes legacy at Oxford.