Closing date: Early December annually
Student type: International students (non-UK citizens)
Level of study: Postgraduate (Master’s and PhD degrees)
Study area: All full-time postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge
Scholarship value: Full tuition fees, maintenance allowance, airfare to and from the UK, and other discretionary funding
Description:
The Gates Cambridge Scholarship is a highly competitive and prestigious scholarship funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. It aims to attract outstanding international students with leadership potential to pursue postgraduate study at the University of Cambridge. The program emphasizes academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to improving the lives of others worldwide.
Eligibility:
- Must be a citizen of a country outside the United Kingdom;
- Apply to pursue a full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge;
- Demonstrate strong academic ability and leadership qualities;
- Show a clear vision for contributing to society and global change;
- Meet the university’s admission requirements for the chosen course.
How to apply:
- Apply for admission to a postgraduate course at the University of Cambridge by the university’s deadline (usually mid-October).
- Complete the Gates Cambridge Scholarship application form online, typically by early December.
- Submit required supporting documents, including:
- Academic transcripts and certificates;
- Two academic references;
- A detailed personal statement outlining your academic interests, leadership experience, and future plans;
- Evidence of English proficiency (if applicable).
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited for interviews.
More info: www.gatescambridge.org.