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The Rhodes Scholarships were established in 1903 by
Cecil Rhodes, who dreamed of improving the world 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. Mr. Rhodes
hoped that his plan of bringing able students from throughout
the English-speaking world and beyond to study at Oxford
University would aid in the promotion of international
understanding and peace. Each year, 32 U.S. citizens
are among more than 90 Rhodes Scholars worldwide
who take up degree courses at Oxford University.
The Rhodes Scholarship, one of the most competitive
and prestigious awards, funds two or three years of
post-bachelor study at Oxford University in Great Britain.
The award covers educational and living expenses. Initiated
after the death of Cecil Rhodes in 1902, the scholarships
bring outstanding students from nineteen countries and
five continents to Oxford University. Thirty-two American
Rhodes Scholars are selected each year. Rhodes Scholars
may pursue either a second bachelor’s degree or
a higher degree.
Selection criteria
The selectors look for outstanding intellectual and
academic achievement (typically a minimum 3.9 GPA).
Applicants must also show integrity of character, interest
in and concern for others, leadership ability, and the
energy to fully use their talents.
Applications must be endorsed by Bowling Green State
University before they can be submitted to the Rhodes
Trust. BGSU's representative is Dr. Paul Moore, University
Honors Program Director. Qualified applicants will be
sent an email and should schedule an appointment to
meet with him.
In the endorsement process, Dr. Moore will review
application materials, conduct interviews, and select
BGSU’s nominees. Endorsement application deadline
is September 9, 2007. The scholarship deadline is October
3, 2007.
For more information contact the Honors Program office
at 419-372-8504.
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