Rhodes is a national, four-year, private, coeducational, residential college committed to the liberal arts and sciences. Our highest priorities are intellectual engagement, service to others, and honor among ourselves.
Rhodes College was founded in 1848 in Clarksville, Tennessee. Originally known as the Masonic University of Tennessee, the institution was renamed Stewart College in 1850 in honor of its president, William M. Stewart. Under Stewart′s leadership in 1855,
Education
Through 18 academic departments and 13 interdisciplinary programs, Rhodes offers more than 50 majors, interdisciplinary majors, minors, and academic programs.
As a predominantly undergraduate college, Rhodes offers unique programs and personalized counseling for students who plan to pursue advanced degrees. In addition, through the Master of Science in Accounting, Master of Arts in Urban Education, and Dual Degree programs, students may also undertake continued work toward graduate degrees at Rhodes.
Career
Our office offers a variety of resources for students to take advantage of during their time at Rhodes. Alongside our Four Year Plan, students should be sure to utilize these opportunities to improve upon their professional outlook and enhance their resume!
Throughout the year, Careers offers opportunities for students to network with career officials, executives, and alumni. From our Alumni Wine and Networking series, to doing giveaways of Grizzlies and sports business networking tickets, students who utilize our office and keep up with our events get plenty of opportunity to branch out and meet professionals. Be sure to follow us on social media to get those announcements as soon as they are released!
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I highly recommend RU. It�s a well run institution academically and in terms of the quality of education.
You�ll never be put on hold in any department, their administration is always helpful and available.
Despite it being situated in a small town, where most things are within walking distance, you�ll find a way to have the time of your life within the first 2 months of being there. There are no buses available for students hourly, only a few mini buses for off campus student running from 18:00 to midnight,so prepare to walk for your bloody life!
It�s a water scarce town so you�ll be best friends with Jojo tanks, buckets and budgeting for drinking water,as the tap water is not safe to drink.
I recommend that first years stay at res, that way you�ll make friends easier.
Also , all reses are catered. Not the best food on earth though , but overtime you�ll have favourites among those interesting food combos.
There are no easy courses, ALL degrees are very intense from your bachelor of music to BCOM. It�s has been compared to other institutions multiple times and the standard is significantly higher than most universities. They are carefully curated to leave you with great experience and great knowledge. Akho easy way out, all students are built to lead in whatever they take part in.
At the end of the day, it�s �where leaders learn�
Every university has its ups and downs , but at the end I think RU and Makhanda is the perfect place to build character, experience , make friends and making the best of the resources that you have whilst getting your qualification/s.
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Posted onAug 2026
4/5
The best years of my life
If there would be a time that is irreplaceable filled with life, experiences and growth is my time spent in university at Rhodes. The university is surrounded by rich culture of the Xhosa tribes and the scenary in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. The town is small cosy, yet still so vast and rich in the experiences. Not to mention how professional and well organized Rhodes university is. Other than the water supply issues I wouldn't trade the experiences for the world.
Posted byAnonymous
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Posted onAug 2026
2/5
great people poor management
Rhodes university is located in Grahamstown which also known as a student town. the people are great but depending on which department you go to you are not assured to have a great experience. the administration and the quality of lecturers can affect your experience. Most of the lecturers are focused on their own research. infrastructure of the town can take a tool on you with the water cuts, counselling centre is always booked
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Housing services
Bellingrath Hall
Blount Hall
East Village Apartments
Ellett Hall
Glassell Hall
Parkway Hall
Robb Hall
Robinson Hall
Spann Place Townhouses
Stewart Hall
Townsend Hall
Trezevant Hall
Voorhies Hall
Voorhies-Townsend
West Village
White Hall
Williford Hall
Library services
Barret Library College Archives:
Rhodes Archives
Richard Halliburton Collection
Walter P. Armstrong, Jr. Book Collection
Shelby Foote Collection, made possible through the generosity of Riea and Steve Lainoff
DLYNX, the Archives digital repository, provides access to digital items of historical value and materials created by faculty, staff, and students, and resources
ICT services
The Digital Media Lab (DML) is located in 210 Barret. Multimedia software is available on all computers located in the area (inside 210 as well as the open area outside the glass doors). The Digital Media Lab follows the same hours as Barret Library hours.
Projects in the DML range from Photoshop editing to editing and rendering video (Adobe Premiere) to advanced audio editing (Audacity).
Medical services
At Rhodes College Health Center students can seek advice and treatment for a wide range of medical needs, such as strep, flu, treatment of ENT infections as well as to obtain a prescription.
Students can see the staff nurse at no cost for routine health issues. There is also a Self-Care counter, where students can obtain a cough drop, Band-Aid, or perhaps a decongestant.
Campus life
Rhodes’ Collegiate Gothic campus sits on a 123-acre, wooded site in the heart of historic Midtown Memphis. In this beautiful, supportive environment, our students and faculty comprise a community unmatched in its dedication to learning and a life of honor.
Sports facilities
Alburty Pool - Pool Closed for the Season
BCLC - Closed
Dunavant Tennis Complex
Mason Field
Rhodes Softball Field
Stauffer Field
Rhodes Soccer Field
Mallory Gymnasium
Crain Field
Student clubs
All Students Interested in Asia (A.S.I.A.)
ASL and Deaf Culture Club
Black Student Association (BSA)
First Generation Program (FGEN)
Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
South Asian Culture and Advocacy (SACA, formerly SAMOSA)
Student Association for Mixed Identity (SAMI)
Valuing Our Impact on the Cultural Experiences of Students (VOICES)
Accreditation
Rhodes College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate and master's degrees.
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