The Gates Cambridge Scholarship is a prestigious international award that enables exceptional students from outside the United Kingdom to pursue postgraduate study at the University of Cambridge. It recognizes individuals with outstanding academic ability, leadership potential, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of others.
What’s Offered
Full tuition coverage and a living allowance for the duration of the program.
One return economy airfare and coverage of visa and health-related costs.
Additional discretionary funding for academic development, family support, or fieldwork expenses.
Eligibility Criteria
Open to citizens of countries outside the United Kingdom.
Applicants must apply for a full-time postgraduate degree at Cambridge (PhD, MLitt/MSc, or eligible one-year postgraduate courses).
Selection is based on academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to social impact.
Process & Structure
Applicants submit both university admission and scholarship applications simultaneously.
Nominated candidates are shortlisted for interviews before final selection.
Around 80 scholarships are awarded annually to outstanding global scholars.
Deadline
Deadlines vary depending on the applicant’s chosen course and country.
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