The Gates Scholarships Program 2021 - United States

Published: 26 Jul 2020

The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to 300 of these student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.

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TGS Undergraduate Scholarship

Application Deadline	September 15, 2020
Country to study	United States
Type	Undergraduate
Sponsor	The gate Scholarship
Gender	Men and Women

Benefits of TGS Undergraduate Scholarship

Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance that is not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution, 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, room, board, books, and transportation, and may include other personal costs.

Requirements for TGS Undergraduate Scholarship

To apply, students must be:

1. A high school senior
2. From at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
3. Pell-eligible
4. A US citizen, national, or permanent resident
5. 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.

For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required. 

An ideal candidate will have:

1. An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)
2. Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)
3. Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)

Selection Process

Timeline:

1. Semi finalist phase: Dec - Jan 2020
2. Finalist interview: Mar - Apr 2021
3. Seletion: Apr 2021
4. Awards: July - Sept 2021

Application Deadline

September 15, 2020

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to The gate Scholarship on www.thegatesscholarship.org to apply