Gates Cambridge Scholarships Program, 2025/2026

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Gates Cambridge is a prestigious initiative that enables outstanding students from the global community to pursue postgraduate studies (master’s or doctoral) at the University of Cambridge, one of the world’s most renowned academic institutions.

The Gates Cambridge Scholarships aim to support future leaders committed to enhancing the quality of life for others. Candidates are selected based on their academic excellence, ability to make a meaningful contribution to society, and dedication to collective well-being.

This year, as every year, the Gates Cambridge program offers 80 fully funded scholarships for students wishing to undertake a full-time postgraduate degree in any field offered by the University of Cambridge. Of these scholarships, nearly two-thirds are allocated to doctoral candidates. Approximately 25 scholarships are designated for American students, while the remaining 55 are available to international applicants.

About the Gates Cambridge Scholarships

LEVEL: Master’s and Doctorate.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 3, 2024, or January 7, 2025, depending on the chosen course.
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS: 80 scholarships (55 for internationals and 25 for the United States).
FUNDING: Fully funded.
TARGET GROUP: All nationalities except British citizens.
HOST UNIVERSITY: University of Cambridge.

Eligibility for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship

Candidates interested in this scholarship must meet the following criteria:

1. Be a citizen of a country other than the United Kingdom.
2. Intend to apply for one of the full-time residential study programs offered at the University of Cambridge, such as a doctorate, master’s, MLitt, or a one-year postgraduate course.

In addition to these requirements, applicants must demonstrate the following qualities:

• An outstanding academic record.
• Exceptional intellectual capacity.
• Clear motivation regarding the choice of your study program.
• Proven commitment to improving the quality of life for others.
• Strong leadership potential.

Gates Cambridge Scholarship Amount and Benefits

Gates Cambridge Scholarships offer the following benefits:

Basic Funding:

• University of Cambridge registration fees.
• An allocation of £21,000 for a 12-month period. For doctoral candidates, this scholarship extends for up to four years.
• A one-way economy class airfare for travel to and from the program’s start and end.
• Entry visa fees and costs associated with the immigration health surcharge.

Additional Funding on Request:

Gates Cambridge Scholarships also consider requests for various types of additional funding on a discretionary basis:

• Academic Development Funding: Between £500 and a maximum of £2,000 to attend conferences and courses.
• Family Allowance: Up to £11,604 for one child and up to £16,548 for two or more children. No funding for a partner.
• Fieldwork: You may request to retain your allowance while conducting fieldwork as part of your doctorate.
• Maternity/Paternity: You may request to pause your studies for up to 6 months and continue receiving your allowance during this period.
• Funding for Unexpected Difficulties: Additional financial support in case of unforeseen circumstances the candidate may face.

Application Deadlines

• Applications Opened: September 4, 2023.
• Application Deadline: Depending on your course, either December 3, 2024, or January 7, 2025.
• Application Results: First week of March 2025.
• Scholarship Offer: Last week of March 2025.
• Accept Offer By: 72 hours after receiving the offer.

Eligible Courses for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship

Before submitting your application, you should thoroughly research the program you intend to pursue. This includes understanding its requirements, deadlines, and the necessary documents.

You can find detailed information on all Master’s and Doctoral courses offered at the University of Cambridge by visiting the course directory: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses.

How to Apply for the Gates Cambridge Program?

If you plan to apply for a master’s program, submit your application for the Gates Cambridge Scholarships through this application portal.

However, if you intend to apply for a doctoral program, you must discuss your research project with a potential supervisor. To find and contact a supervisor, please use the Course Directory.

If you are shortlisted, you will receive an invitation for a 20 to 25-minute interview, which may take place in person or via Microsoft Skype, depending on your location.

If you have any questions regarding this program, feel free to contact the Gates Cambridge administration at the following email address: [email protected].

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