What does it mean when someone is a Road Scholar?
: a holder of one of numerous scholarships founded under the will of Cecil J. Rhodes that can be used at Oxford University for two or three years and are open to candidates from the Commonwealth of Nations and the U.S.
What are the requirements of a Rhodes Scholar?
Students must be at least 18 years old and not have passed their 24th birthday on Oct. 1 in the year in which they are applying. Applicants must also have completed or will have completed an undergraduate degree from a college or university with a GPA of 3.70 or higher.
How does someone become a Rhodes scholar?
To become one of the lucky 32 scholars selected nationwide each December, candidates must be nominated by their university, approved by their state Rhodes committee, pass muster at a cocktail party, interview on the state level and, finally, survive a second cocktail party and interview on the regional level.
Which schools have the most Rhodes Scholars?
Universities by Number of Rhodes Scholars
| Rank | Institution | Number of Rhodes Scholarships 1904-2018 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harvard University (including Radcliffe College) | 362 |
| 2 | Yale University | 245 |
| 3 | Princeton University | 210 |
| 4 | Stanford University | 102 |
How does the Road Scholar travel program work?
Our programs are all-inclusive. From expert-led lectures and field trips to lodgings, most meals, gratuities, and group transportation—we handle all the details and all the costs incurred during our programs, including those you might not anticipate. On our International trips, we can take care of your airfare, too.
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Do you have to be a member of Road Scholar?
No, you don’t need to be a member to enroll in our learning adventures. Road Scholar is open to all inquisitive explorers. Are there any academic requirements?
Is the Road Scholar Assurance Plan cancel for any reason?
Please note that the Road Scholar Assurance Plan does not provide protection for cancellation, interruption or travel delay. However, if you’d like to protect your investment, we do offer the optional Road Scholar Trip Protection Plan with “Cancel for Any Reason” coverage. Do you offer financial assistance? Yes!