The Gates Cambridge Scholarship program was established in October 2000 by a donation of US$210m from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the University of Cambridge. It offers full-cost scholarships to outstanding applicants from countries outside the UK.
Scholarship Benefits
- University Composition Fee at the appropriate rate.
- A maintenance allowance for a single student (£20,000 for 12 months).
- One economy single airfare at both the beginning and end of the course.
- Inbound visa costs & the cost of the Immigration Health Surcharge.
- Academic development funding (up to £2,000).
Requirements
- A citizen of any country outside the United Kingdom.
- Applying to pursue a full-time residential course of study at the University of Cambridge (PhD, MSc, MLitt, or one-year postgraduate course).
- Outstanding intellectual ability and leadership potential.
- A commitment to improving the lives of others.
How to Apply
Applicants submit their application for admission and funding (Gates Cambridge section) via the University’s Graduate Applicant Portal. For full details and the application link, visit: https://www.gatescambridge.org/apply/how-to-apply/