The Gates Scholarship
The Gates Foundation
Award: Varies
Deadline: September 15, 2026
Description:
The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential
Award
Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance* that is not already covered by other financial aid and the Student Aid Index, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university.*Cost of attendance includes tuition, fees, books, housing and food, and may include additional personal costs.
Basic Eligibility
- To apply, students must be:
- A high school senior
- Pell-eligible
- A US citizen or permanent resident
- In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.
Ideal Candidate
An ideal candidate will have:
- An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)
- Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)
- Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)
https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship
Important Information
What high schools does this scholarship apply to? All
Number of Available Awards: Varies
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Scholarship Criteria: Merit, Need-based
Scholarship Location: Nationwide
Minimum GPA: 3.3
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Is the scholarship renewable? Yes
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Is an essay required? Yes
Are service hours required? Yes
Organization Information
206-709-3400
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