The Gates Scholarship Program to Study in the USA, 2025-2026

Applications for the Gates Scholarship program to study in the United States of America will be received from July 15, 2025. The Scholarship program is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households.

Each year, the scholarship is awarded to these student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential. These scholarships are available for undergraduate degree studies at a U.S. College or University.

The Gates Scholarship (TGS) will provide additional support to Scholars by engaging with them and their institutions in a variety of ways to ensure they have access to the resources and services they need, from their first day of classes through graduation and the transition to their chosen careers.

Program Details

• Host Institution: Higher educational institutions in the United States of America.
• Study field: Available programs at host universities.
• Duration: Not specified.
• Number of Awards: Not specified.
• Target group: Open to US citizens, nationals, and permanent residents.

The Gates Scholarship Program Benefits

Selected candidates will receive funding for the full cost of attendance (tuition fees, room and board, books, transportation, and other personal costs) that is not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by the Scholar’s college or university.

The Gates Scholarship Program Eligibility

To apply for the scholarship program, candidates must be :

1. A high school senior;
2. From at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native (For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required), Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American;
3. Pell-eligible;
4. A U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident;
5. In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

Additionally, a student must be planning to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a U.S. accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.

How to Apply for the Gates Scholarship Program

Eligible applicants should click on the apply button below to create an account and follow the instructions to submit their applications.

The last day to submit applications is September 15, 2025. For more details on The Gates Scholarship program, please visit the official page. To be the first to see latest opportunities, please follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.