Rhodes Scholarships for Australia (Queensland)
The Rhodes Scholarship is a fully-funded postgraduate award that enables talented young people from around the world to study full-time at the University of Oxford.
The Rhodes Scholarship is merit-based, with the purpose of developing public-spirited leaders, and to promote international understanding and peace through an international community of scholars. Globally, 105 Rhodes Scholars are elected annually, joining a Rhodes Scholar community of more than 5,000.
There are 9 Rhodes Scholarships available annually for outstanding Australians to study at the University of Oxford.
Six of the scholarships for Australia are awarded by selection committees based in each state. Each state elects one scholar. In addition, a Territories selection committee considers candidates from the Australian Commonwealth Territories, but does not elect a scholar directly. Each of the committees may nominate up to 2 candidates for consideration by the national Australia-at-Large committee, which may award up to 3 Australia-at-Large Scholarships. Please note that you cannot apply directly for the Australia-at-Large Scholarship.
The University of Queensland (UQ) administers the Queensland Rhodes Scholarship on behalf of all Queensland universities.
Learn more about the Rhodes Scholarship
Scholarship value
The scholarship covers University of Oxford course fees, a stipend for living expenses and other allowances for the duration of the degree.
Eligibility
To be considered for this scholarship, you must meet the eligibility criteria outlined by the Rhodes Trust, including citizenship, age and academic requirements.
You must also meet the entry requirements for your proposed course at the University of Oxford.
How to apply
Applications for the Rhodes Scholarship are managed by the Rhodes Trust.
Check the Rhodes Trust website for details on eligibility, selection criteria, application requirements and deadlines.
For full eligibility and application requirements, review:
The Graduate Studies Prospectus or Undergraduate Prospectus and information on admissions is available at the University of Oxford website.
Important dates
Applications typically open in June and close in August each year. The dates for 2026 are as follows:
- Applications Open: Monday 01 June 2026
- Applications Close: 23:59 AEST, Tuesday 11 August 2026
- Reference Deadline: 23:59 AEST, Tuesday 11 August 2026
Further information
Information sessions
Online and in-person information sessions take place each year in the months leading up to the application round. All applicants are invited to attend.
A national webinar for this year’s application round will be held as follows:
- Date: Wednesday 6 May 2026
- Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, AEST
Visit the Rhodes website for Australia for more information and to register to attend.
Check the Rhodes Trust website to see previous information sessions, and email rhodesqueensland@uq.edu.au to register your interest for future sessions.
Frequently asked questions
See frequently asked questions on the Rhodes Trust website.
Contact
Contact your state or territory secretary for guidance.
If you're applying in Queensland, you can email rhodesqueensland@uq.edu.au.
Your university network advisor can also assist with questions.