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Outstanding high school seniors who are Pell-eligible U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents from low-income households, with a minimum 3.3 weighted GPA, planning full-time enrollment at an accredited U.S. not-for-profit college may apply.
The last-dollar scholarship covers the full cost of attendance not met by other financial aid and the Student Aid Index, including tuition, fees, room, board, books, and transportation. Up to 300 scholars are selected each year.
Submit the application highlighting academic record, leadership, and personal success skills. An ideal Gates Scholar excels academically while demonstrating strong leadership and emotional maturity.
The The Gates Scholarship awards Full cost of attendance (300 winners).
The deadline is September 15, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: United States; High school; US citizen; US permanent resident. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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