Gates Scholarship

Last-dollar scholarship that covers the full cost of attendance not met by other aid and the family contribution, for up to five years of a bachelor's degree. Applicants are Pell-eligible high school seniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents with at least a 3.3 weighted GPA.

Offered by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Scholarship for high school students in USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 12–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Leadership

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grade 12. It takes place in person in nationwide.
Cost: Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates: No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Gates Scholarship

When is the Gates Scholarship deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Gates Scholarship free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Gates Scholarship?

High school students in grade 12. It takes place in person in nationwide. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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