The Gates Scholarship 2027
by The Gate Scholarship
United States
The Gate Scholarship
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Description
Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.
Full 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.
Amount
USD 0 – 0
Funding Types
Apply
Application LinkDeadline
Sep 15, 2026
Expires in 29 days
Benefits
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.
How to Apply
For more information, kindly visit The Gates Scholarship webpage.
Required Documents
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.)
Eligibility Criteria
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
