The Gates Scholarship 2026 in the USA

Bachelor, Scholarship

USA

July 20, 2025

Scholarship

Urgent

Application deadline closed.

Date Posted

July 20, 2025
Location:

USA
Expiration date

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Experience

1 Year
Funding Type

Fully Funded
Level

Bachelor
Language Requirement

TOEFL
Duration

4 Years
Field of study

All Subjects

Job Description

Overview

The prestigious Gates Scholarship 2026 is now open for applications from exceptional international students. This fully funded opportunity supports high-achieving students who wish to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in the United States. With 300 scholarships available for the 2026–2027 academic year, successful candidates can attend any accredited U.S. college or university of their choice, without worrying about financial burden.

Established by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, this life-changing scholarship aims to empower youth from underrepresented communities by removing financial barriers and nurturing future leaders.

About The Gates Scholarship

Founded in 1991, The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, full-cost scholarship program aimed at students from low-income backgrounds. The goal is to eliminate financial obstacles and unlock the potential of future leaders around the world. Since its inception, the program has supported over 20,000 scholars.

Scholarship Summary

Host Country: United States
Degree Level: Undergraduate
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
Number of Scholarships: 300
Eligible Applicants: International students (must meet specific criteria)
Application Deadline: 15 September 2025
Duration: Full 4-year undergraduate program

What Does the Scholarship Cover?

The Gates Scholarship offers comprehensive financial support, covering all the costs that are not already met by other financial aid or the Student Aid Index (FAFSA):

Full tuition and fees
Room and board
Books and academic supplies
Transportation
Personal expenses

This last-dollar scholarship ensures scholars can focus entirely on their education and personal growth.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must fulfill the following requirements to be eligible:

Be a high school senior (final year of school)
Belong to one of the following ethnic groups:
- African American
- American Indian/Alaska Native
- Asian & Pacific Islander American
- Hispanic American
Be Pell Grant eligible
Be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 (on a 4.0 scale)
Must plan to enroll full-time in a four-year degree program at a U.S. accredited, not-for-profit college or university