RHODES SCHOLARSHIPS 2009 – INDIA
Rhodes scholarships 2009, India
The Rhodes Scholarships owe their origin to the remarkable vision expressed in the Will of Cecil J. Rhodes, British colonial pioneer and statesman who died on March 26, 1902. He dreamed of bettering the lot of humankind through the diffusion of leaders motivated to serve their contemporaries, trained in the contemplative life of the mind, and broadened by their acquaintance with one another and by their exposure to cultures different from their own.
Rhodes hoped that his plan of bringing able students from throughout the English-speaking world to study at the University where he took his degree in 1881 would aid in the promotion of international understanding and peace. Dedicated alumnus though he was, he was not moved merely by sentimental loyalty to establish the Scholarships at Oxford. Rhodes believed that, in addition to its eminence in the world of learning, Oxford University–with its emphasis on individualized instruction and on the community life provided by residential colleges–offered an environment highly congenial to personal and intellectual development.
Conditions of Eligibility
- The Scholarships are open to citizens of India.
- Candidates must be of such an age that they will have passed their 19th and not have passed their 25th birthday on the 1st October 2010.
- Candidates must have at least a first class degree in Humanities, Sciences, Law, Engineering, Agriculture or Medicine from an Indian University. Candidates who are in the Final year of a degree course and have exceptionally bright academic record may also apply.
- Candidates for medical studies should consult the Secretary, as well as the Medical School Offices at Oxford, before submitting an application. Particular difficulties may arise for those wishing to do research in clinical departments.
- Marriage is not a bar to applying for, or holding, a Rhodes scholarship. However, married candidates should bear in mind that the scholarship stipend is sufficient only for one person, and that the Trust takes no financial responsibility for the support of a scholar’s spouse. Moreover, spouses who are not British citizens will find it very difficult to obtain permission to undertake paid work in England.
Subject to ratification by the Rhodes Trustees, the Committee of Selection for India is responsible for deciding whether candidates comply with forgoing conditions, and for making the nominations.
Application
For application form send stamped (Rs. 6,00) self addressed envelope (10 x 23 cm J To.-
The Secretary, Rhodes Scholarships (India),
St. Stephen’s College, University of Delhi.
P.O. Box No. 2108, Delhi- 110007
Deadline
Application must be returned by August 1, 2009
