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Gates Cambridge Scholarship
One of the world's most competitive awards, funding any full-time graduate course at the University of Cambridge.
UKMaster'sPhDFully Funded
Application deadline
Dec 3, 2026
18 days left
Dates and funding can change every year. Always confirm the details on gatescambridge.org before you apply.
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Min. CGPA
3.80
Funding
Full Cambridge tuition, a generous maintenance allowance, and discretionary funding for travel and research.
About this scholarship
Gates Cambridge funds outstanding applicants from outside the UK to pursue a full-time postgraduate degree in any subject available at Cambridge, selecting for academic excellence, leadership and a commitment to improving others' lives.
Eligibility
- Non-UK citizen applying for full-time study at the University of Cambridge
- Outstanding academic record — typically near the top of your cohort (3.8+ CGPA)
- Must apply for, and be accepted onto, a Cambridge course first
- Demonstrated leadership and a commitment to improving the lives of others
What it covers
- Full tuition and college fees at Cambridge
- Generous maintenance allowance for living costs
- Discretionary funding for fieldwork, conferences and research costs
- Access to the Gates Cambridge scholar community and events
How to apply
- 1Apply for admission to a Cambridge graduate course via the university portal
- 2Tick the box to be considered for Gates Cambridge funding
- 3Submit references, transcripts and a research proposal (for PhD applicants)
- 4Shortlisted candidates are invited to a Cambridge interview
Ready to start your application?
Visit the official Gates Cambridge Trust, University of Cambridge page for the full application form and latest requirements.
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