The Gates Scholarship 2025 – Fully Funded College Opportunity for High-Achieving Students

The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar, full-ride scholarship created by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. It supports exceptional high school seniors from low-income, minority backgrounds across the United States, helping them fully cover the cost of attending a four-year college or university.

What You’ll Receive

• Coverage for the full cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, room and board, books, and transportation not already covered by other aid
• Additional funds for personal, study-abroad, and emergency expenses via disbursements
• Access to mentoring, leadership development, and a national scholar community

Who Qualifies

• U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents
• High school seniors with Pell Grant eligibility
• Minimum GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale
• Belong to underrepresented ethnic groups: African American, Hispanic American, Asian & Pacific Islander, and/or American Indian/Alaska Native
• Plan to enroll full-time at an accredited, non-profit, U.S. undergraduate institution

Key Application Timeline

• Application window: Mid-July to September 15, 2025
• Semi-finalist notification: December 2025 – January 2026
• Finalist interviews: March 2026
• Scholarship winners announced: April 2026
• Funds disbursed: July–September 2026

Why It Matters

• Enables low-income students to attend top U.S. universities without financial burden
• Recognizes outstanding scholars demonstrating academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to community
• Offers national mentorship, leadership training, and ongoing career development

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