Application is now open to apply for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship 2026. International students who wish to pursue a Master’s degree or PhD at the University of Cambridge are highly encouraged to apply. This is one of the most prestigious and fully funded scholarships in the UK for international students.
The University of Cambridge Study Abroad Scholarship Program is generously funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Scholarship 2026, making it one of the largest and most competitive international scholarship programs in the world. Students from all nationalities are eligible to apply for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship 2026 (GPA), with opportunities available across all academic fields and majors offered at the University of Cambridge.
Each year, 80 fully funded scholarships in the UK are awarded under the Gates Cambridge Scholarship. The award covers tuition fees, living costs, airfare, and additional academic expenses, allowing talented students to focus entirely on their academic and personal development.
This is truly the best opportunity to study in the UK for free at one of the world’s most prestigious universities. Interested candidates should ensure their applications are submitted before the deadline, as late applications will not be considered.
Gate Scholarship 2026
- Scholarship Country: United Kingdom
- University: Cambridge University
- Funded by: Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
- Course Level: Ph.D., MSc/MLitt, Master Degree, Diploma
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 15 October 2025
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Gate Cambridge Scholarship Coverage
The Bill Gates International Student Scholarship is a fully funded Cambridge Scholarship. It covers the full cost of studying at Cambridge and provides additional and discretionary funding.
University compounding fee at the appropriate rate. Tuition fees for masters and doctoral programs. A maintenance allowance for a single student (£ 17,500 for 12 months at the rate of 2025-26; proportional to courses less than 12 months) – for a doctorate.
An economic airline ticket at the beginning and end of the course. Visa entry costs and the cost of the immigration health surcharge
Academic Development Funding: Up to £ 500 to £ 2,000, depending on the duration of your course, to attend conferences and courses.
Family allowance: Up to £ 10,120 for a first child and up to £ 4,320 for a second child (rate 2020-21). No financing is provided to a partner.
Fieldwork: You can apply to maintain your normal maintenance permit while in the fieldwork as part of your doctorate.
Maternity and paternity funding: if necessary, you can apply for up to six months to continue your studies and receive your maintenance allowance during this period.
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Required documents
- Online application
- Gates Cambridge Statement
- Research proposal (Ph.D. applicants only)
- Gates Cambridge reference
- For more information on registration materials (CLICK HERE)
Eligibility Criteria
You can apply for a Bill Gates scholarship for international students if you:
- Citizen of any country outside the UK.
- Apply for one of the following full-time residential courses at the University of Cambridge:
- doctorate
- MSc / MLitt
- Postgraduate course (Master)
- You can quickly check the eligibility check (CLICK HERE)
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Available fields and majors
For admission in 2025-26, Gates Cambridge offers scholarships to candidates in all academic disciplines available at the University of Cambridge. The following are just examples. All academic fields are available.
- BioMedical
- Bio logical
- Engineering (All Fields)
- Science
- IT
- Humanities
- Arts
- Social Science
- Archaeology
- Architecture
- Islamic Studies
- Astronomy
Scholarships Timeline
| What stage? | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications open* | Wednesday 10 September 2025 |
| Application deadline | Wednesday 15 October 2025 (Full application must be submitted by 23:59 GMT) |
| Departmental ranking | Monday 20 October 2025 to Thursday 20 November 2025 |
| All applicants notified of application outcome | by Wednesday 10 December 2025 |
| Review and selection by panels | Friday 23 January and Saturday 24 January 2026 |
| Scholarships offered | by Monday 2 February 2026 |
| Scholarships accepted | 72 hours after offer |
How to apply for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship 2026
You can apply online for the Gates Foundation scholarship. The link and the official link below are given.
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