Amount: $Varies (full ride)
Deadline: N/A (Historical) (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: Yes
About
The Gates Millennium Scholars Program, though no longer accepting new applications, was a historic full-ride scholarship for minority students, including Native Americans, demonstrating academic excellence and leadership, with significant financial need. It covered unmet need for undergraduate and graduate studies.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.3+
- Demographic: African American, Asian & Pacific Islander American, Hispanic American, Native American/Alaska Native
- Pell Grant eligible, demonstrated leadership abilities
Required Materials
- Application form
- Transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Essays
- Financial information
Timeline
This program closed to new applicants in 2016. However, its legacy inspired many similar full-ride scholarships for minority students. Look for specific university or foundation-based programs.
Tips
While GMSP is closed, its criteria are a good benchmark for similar full-ride scholarships. Focus on academic rigor, leadership, community service, and compelling personal narratives.