SJLP Rhodes Scholarship 2027 in UK | Fully Funded

The SJLP Rhodes Scholarship 2027 offers a fully funded opportunity for outstanding students from Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, and Palestine to pursue postgraduate study at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom.

The scholarship is administered by the Rhodes Trust in partnership with the Saïd Foundation and supports selected scholars with University and college fees, a living stipend, application fee coverage, and return travel to and from Oxford.

Two scholarships are available each year, with one scholarship reserved specifically for candidates from Syria.

In this post, we will provide you with a breakdown of the scholarship details, eligibility requirements, benefits, required documents, and the step-by-step process for applying for the SJLP Rhodes Scholarship 2027.

SJLP Rhodes Scholarship Summary

• Host Country: United Kingdom
• Host Institution: University of Oxford
• Scholarship Provider: Rhodes Trust in partnership with the Saïd Foundation
• Study Level: Master’s | PhD
• Eligible Countries: Syria | Jordan | Lebanon | Palestine
• Reward: Full Tuition | College Fees | Living Stipend | Application Fee | Return Airfare
• Scholarship Duration: 2 years, with possible extension to a third year for eligible DPhil routes
• Deadline: August 27, 2026

SJLP Rhodes Scholarship Details:

The Syria, Jordan, Lebanon and Palestine (SJLP) Rhodes Scholarship is designed to support outstanding students from the four eligible countries who wish to undertake postgraduate study at the University of Oxford.

The scholarship was established through a partnership between the Rhodes Trust and the Saïd Foundation, with the first SJLP Rhodes Scholars arriving at Oxford in 2017.

The programme seeks candidates who demonstrate exceptional academic ability as well as the qualities associated with the wider Rhodes Scholarship community. Successful scholars become members of the international Rhodes community while studying at Oxford.

Two scholarships are awarded each year, and one of the available awards is reserved exclusively for a Syrian candidate.

SJLP Rhodes Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the SJLP Rhodes Scholarship, applicants must:

• Be a citizen of Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, or Palestine.
• Be eligible for one of the two SJLP Rhodes Scholarship places available for the relevant year.
• Be at least 18 years old and not have reached their 24th birthday on October 1, 2026, meaning applicants must have been born after October 1, 2002, and on or before October 1, 2008.
• Alternatively, older applicants who completed their first undergraduate degree later than usual must not have reached their 27th birthday and must have completed, or be on track to complete, their first degree on or after October 1, 2025.
• Have completed, or expect to complete by June or July 2027, an undergraduate degree.
• Have achieved a First Class degree or a minimum GPA of 3.70/4.0, or an equivalent academic qualification.
• Meet the University of Oxford’s Higher Level English language proficiency requirement.
• Demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and the potential to excel in postgraduate study.
• Meet the admission requirements of the University of Oxford postgraduate programme they intend to pursue.
• Demonstrate the qualities and potential expected of Rhodes Scholars.

Applicants should carefully review the official candidate information because Oxford programme-specific admission requirements may differ depending on the chosen course.

SJLP Rhodes Scholarship Benefits

Successful scholars will receive:

• Full payment of University tuition fees.
• Coverage of applicable Oxford college fees.
• Payment of the University of Oxford application fee.
• An annual living stipend of £16,218.
• An economy-class airfare to Oxford at the beginning of the scholarship.
• An economy-class return flight to the scholar’s home country at the end of the scholarship.
• Scholarship support for two years, subject to satisfactory academic performance and personal conduct.
• The possibility of extending the scholarship to a third year for scholars pursuing a recognised route to a DPhil (PhD), subject to the required application and approval process.
• Membership of the global Rhodes Scholar community and access to its academic and professional network.

How to Apply for SJLP Rhodes Scholarship?

Interested and qualified applicants should follow the steps below:

1. Read the official Information for Candidates and Conditions of Tenure carefully before beginning your application.
2. Confirm that you meet the nationality, age, academic, English-language, and Oxford admission requirements.
3. Identify a suitable postgraduate programme at the University of Oxford and review its specific admission requirements.
4. Prepare your birth certificate, passport, academic transcripts, English-language evidence, CV, photograph, and personal statement.
5. Write a personal statement of no more than 1,000 words, following the official application instructions.
6. Identify suitable referees who can provide strong recommendations for your application.
7. Share the official Guidance for Referees with your referees so they understand the requirements.
8. Register for an available Rhodes information session if you require additional guidance.
9. Complete the online SJLP Rhodes Scholarship application.
10. Upload the required documents and provide all requested information.
11. Review your application carefully before submitting it.
12. Submit the completed application online before 23:59 GMT on August 27, 2026.
13. If extraordinary circumstances prevent you from applying on time, contact the SJLP National Secretary at SJLP.secretary@rhodestrust.com.