Amount: Full cost of studying at Cambridge
Deadline: Varies by program (usually October for US, December for international)
Level: graduate
Renewable: Yes
About
The Gates Cambridge Scholarship program was established in 2000 by a donation from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to the University of Cambridge. It enables outstanding graduate students from outside the UK to pursue a full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: any
- GPA: 3.7+
- Must be applying for a full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge
- Demonstrate outstanding intellectual ability, leadership potential, and commitment to improving the lives of others
Required Materials
- University of Cambridge graduate application
- Gates Cambridge Statement
- Research Proposal (if applicable)
- CV
- Academic Transcripts
- Letters of Recommendation
Timeline
Application deadlines align with Cambridge University graduate application deadlines. Shortlisted candidates interviewed in late January/February. Offers made in March.
Tips
Clearly articulate your reasons for choosing Cambridge and how your proposed study connects to your future goals and commitment to global impact. Emphasize your leadership experiences and potential.