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The Gates Scholarship (TGS) 2027 in the United States | Fully Funded

Scholarship Summary

  • Host Country: United States of America (USA)
  • Study Level: Undergraduate (Four-year bachelor’s degree)
  • Eligible Applicants: US Citizens, Nationals, or Permanent Residents from eligible minority backgrounds
  • Financial Value: Full funding (Tuition, fees, room, board, books, transportation, and personal costs)
  • Application Opens: July 15, 2026
  • Application Deadline: September 15, 2026

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a current high school senior planning to enroll full-time in an accredited US college/university.
  • Minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
  • Must belong to eligible minority ethnicities (African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American, Hispanic American).
  • Must be a US citizen, national, or permanent resident.
  • Must be Pell-eligible (low-income household background).

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Top 10% of graduating class.
  • Demonstrated leadership in community service/extracurriculars.
  • Strong personal motivation and perseverance.

Financial Benefits

  • Covers remaining cost of attendance after other aid (tuition, fees, room, board, books, transportation, and select personal expenses).

Application Timeline

  • Phase 1: July 15, 2026 – September 15, 2026
  • Semi-Final Phase: December 2026 – January 2027
  • Selection Phase: April 2027
  • Awards Deployment: July – September 2027

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official Gates Scholarship website starting July 15, 2026.
  2. Create a profile on the TGS student portal.
  3. Complete eligibility questionnaires.
  4. Submit before the September 15, 2026 deadline.

Click here to apply

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