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Rhodes

Description: The Rhodes Scholarship is tenable at the University of Oxford. Rhodes Scholarships are open to students distinguished not only in academics but also "in qualities of mind and in qualities of person"; Rhodes scholars have the potential to give effective service to the world.
Qualifications: Have a 3.9+ GPA, be a U.S. citizen (there are Rhodes Scholarships for international students-see website), be at least 18, but not yet 24 years old, and have completed a bachelor's degree before October 1. Scholars are selected based on proven academic achievement, integrity of character, interest in and respect for others, leadership, athletic skills, and the energy to fully use their talents. Participation in sports is encouraged, but not necessary if applicants are able to demonstrate their physical vigor to make an effective contribution to the world in other ways.
Amount: The scholarship pays all tuition and fees, plus a maintenance allowance of not less than £9,484 per
Length: Two to three years.
Application Process: Submit two copies of the following: "application blank," transcripts, list of activities and honors, a personal essay describing academic and other interests and the specifics of the proposed study (1,000 words). After reviewing the applications, some students will be selected to receive an institutional endorsement. All applications will be mailed to the Secretary of the appropriate State Committee of Selection.

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Timeline:

Event	Date	Notes
BYU deadline	7/1/2009	All application materials due to Carolyn Tuitupou in 102B MSRB by Noon
Revised Application Deadline	7/27/2009	Deadline to Submit Revised Application.
Notification of institutional endorsement	8/1/2009
BYU Final Deadline	9/1/2009	Final revised application due to Carolyn Tuitupou
Rhodes Final Deadline	10/5/2009	All application materials must be mailed to arrive by this deadline

Resources:

Official Website	Official website for the Rhodes scholarship
UK Pre-Application Form	Submit this form to 102B MSRB by June 1
BYU Application Instructions	Instructions on how to receive the BYU institutional endorsement
Rhodes Scholarship Regulations	Regulations for the Rhodes Scholarship
Application Timeline	Timeline for the application process
Should I Apply to the Rhodes Scholarship?	Questions and Answers that explore whether the Rhodes Scholarship is right for you.
Notes of Guidance	Notes of guidance provided to applicants.
Preparation tips	Advice on everything from essays to interviews
Letters of Recommendation	Advice for your recommenders
Information about Oxford	Information provided by the British Council
Rhodes Application Checklist	Checklist to complete the Rhodes Application

Advisor:

Recipients:

Ryan Max Rowberry	1999-2000
Rebecca Tingle	1992
Ronald Rinaldi	1985
Kenneth Beesley	1978
Gerrit Gong	1977
Steven Nelson	1976
Clayton Christensen	1975
Roger Porter	1969
David Wilkinson	1961
Chauncey Harris	1933