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The Gates Scholarship 2026 is a highly competitive, fully funded opportunity designed to empower exceptional, Pell-eligible, minority high school seniors in the United States. Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, this prestigious scholarship aims to remove financial barriers for outstanding students, enabling them to realize their full potential in higher education. The program supports not only tuition but also a wide range of academic and personal costs, ensuring scholars have the resources to thrive throughout their undergraduate journey.

While The Gates Scholarship is not tied to a specific university, it allows recipients to attend the accredited U.S. college or university of their choice. Scholars gain access to leadership development, mentorship, career guidance, and other academic resources throughout their studies. The scholarship reflects the Foundation’s commitment to expanding access to education and fostering a new generation of diverse leaders in the United States. 📚 Register now for our new programs at MK SCHOLARS.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

• Full Tuition Fee coverage.
• Coverage of All Mandatory University Fees.
• Room and Board expenses (housing and meals).
• Books Allowance for academic materials.
• Transportation Costs.
• Personal Expenses Support.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Must be a high school senior at the time of application.
• Must belong to at least one of the following ethnic groups:
o African-American.
o American Indian/Alaska Native.
o Asian & Pacific Islander American.
o Hispanic American.
• Must be Pell Grant-eligible (based on financial need).
• Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident.
• Must have a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale.
• Must plan to enroll full-time in a four-year degree program at a U.S. accredited college or university

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

• All undergraduate majors at any accredited U.S. college or university.
• No field restrictions: students may pursue any discipline.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• High school transcript (most recent).
• Student Aid Report (SAR) from FAFSA.
• Headshot photo (plain background).
• Resume (extracurriculars, leadership, work, community service).
• Letters of recommendation (usually two).
• Personal essays.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship, national, or permanent resident status.
• Pell Grant eligibility documentation (via FAFSA SAR).
• Proof of tribal enrolment (for American Indian/Alaska Native applicants only).


APPLICATION PROCEDURES

• Check eligibility.
• Register and create an account on the official Gates Scholarship website using the link at the bottom of this page.
• Complete Phase I application (July 15 – Sept 15).
• Upload high school transcript, FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR), resume, and headshot photo.
• Wait for semi-finalist selection.
• Complete Phase II application (Dec 1 – Jan 15).
• Submit personal essays and letters of recommendation.
• Provide updated FAFSA info and any additional documents.
• Attend interview if selected as finalist.
• Receive final selection results (March–April).
• Accept scholarship offer and follow instructions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• The scholarship is renewable annually for up to 5 years, provided students maintain good academic standing and full-time enrollment.
• The scholarship does not cover graduate or professional degrees; it’s only for undergraduate study.

📚 Register now for our new programs at MK SCHOLARS.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Application deadline for The Gates Scholarship 2026 is September 15, 2025.






















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