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Which statement best supports the idea that several Rhodes Scholarship winners became successful after college?
The Rhodes Scholarship
Oxford University in England is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world. In 1902, a trust was set up to provide academic awards to American college graduates so they could attend Oxford. The Rhodes Scholarship was named after the primary benefactor of the award, Cecil Rhodes, a British philanthropist who wished to bring students from throughout the world to study at Oxford. Along with an endowment from Rhodes's will, the scholarship continues to be funded by generous benefactors including Canadian businessman John MacBain, who donated almost $120 million dollars to expand the program.The first class of American Rhodes Scholars entered Oxford in 1904.
Applying for the Rhodes Scholarship is a rigorous process. Students who wish to apply must first be endorsed by their university. In 2014, 1600 students asked for endorsement but only 877 received it.The strongest applicants are then invited to appear for an interview. Rhodes Scholars are selected based on criteria stated in Cecil Rhodes's will. The criteria are as follows:
literary and scholastic attainments;
energy to use one's talents to the fullest, as exemplified by fondness for and success in sports;
truth, courage, devotion to duty, sympathy for and protection of the weak, kindliness, unselfishness, and fellowship;
moral force of character and instincts to lead, and to take an interest in one's fellow beings.
Rhodes believed that students meeting these criteria would make important and positive contributions in the world.Only 32 Rhodes Scholars are selected each year.
The American Rhodes Scholars join other international scholarships recipients from 14 other countries and regions around the world, including Australia, Bermuda, Canada, Hong Kong, Pakistan, and Zimbabwe. The award pays all college and university fees to Oxford and gives the scholar a stipend to cover other expenses, including vacation and transportation to and from England. While the total value of the scholarship depends on the course of study, the value is worth approximately $50,000 U.S. dollars a year.
Several former Rhodes Scholars have gone on to become heads of government, such as Bob Hawke and Tony Abbott in Australia and President Bill Clinton in the United States.The Rhodes Scholarship is an esteemed and coveted award given to motivated, intelligent, and driven students.

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