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Rhodes scholarship
educational grant
Oxford, University of
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History & Society
- Key People:
- Cecil Rhodes
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- scholarship
- Notable Honorees:
- Kris Kristofferson
- Rachel Maddow
- J. William Fulbright
- Richard Flanagan
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Rhodes scholarship, educational grant to the University of Oxford established in 1902 by the will of Cecil Rhodes for the purpose of promoting unity among English-speaking nations. The scholarship’s requirements were revised over the years, and by the early 21st century students from all countries were eligible. The scholarships are for two years, with a third year at the discretion of the trustees. Until 1976, candidates had to be unmarried males between the ages of 19 and 25 and citizens of, and have at least five years’ residency in, the British Commonwealth or colonies, the Republic of South Africa, or ...(100 of 230 words)