Organization

Gates Cambridge Trust

University of Cambridge

Location

University of Cambridge

United Kingdom

Opportunity Type

Fully Funded Master’s and PhD Scholarship

Opportunity Summary

Applications are now open for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship 2027–2028.

The Gates Cambridge Scholarship is one of the world’s most prestigious international scholarship programmes. It enables outstanding applicants from outside the United Kingdom to pursue a full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge.

The scholarship seeks academically excellent candidates who demonstrate leadership potential, a commitment to improving the lives of others, and a strong fit for their chosen course of study.

Each year, exceptional scholars from around the world are selected to join a global network of future leaders and changemakers.

Scholarship Benefits

✅ Full University Composition Fee

✅ Annual maintenance allowance for living expenses

✅ One economy airfare at the beginning of the course

✅ One economy airfare at the end of the course

✅ Visa costs covered

✅ Immigration Health Surcharge covered

✅ Access to additional discretionary funding opportunities

✅ Funding for eligible PhD studies for up to four years

✅ Membership of the global Gates Cambridge Scholar community

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

✅ Apply for a full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge

✅ Be applying from outside the United Kingdom

✅ Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement

✅ Show leadership potential

✅ Demonstrate a commitment to improving the lives of others

✅ Present strong reasons for their choice of course and study plans

Eligible Study Levels

✅ Master’s Programmes

✅ PhD Programmes

✅ Selected postgraduate courses offered by the University of Cambridge

Selection Criteria

Applications are evaluated based on:

✅ Outstanding intellectual ability

✅ Reasons for choosing the proposed course

✅ Commitment to improving the lives of others

✅ Leadership potential

✅ Academic excellence

✅ Future impact and contribution to society

Application Process

To be considered for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship, applicants must:

✅ Apply for admission to an eligible University of Cambridge course

✅ Complete the College Place section

✅ Complete the Gates Cambridge funding section

✅ Submit all required supporting documents

✅ Meet the relevant application deadlines

Application Deadline

October 14, 2026

Important Note

DestinyLinkMe provides opportunity information for educational and informational purposes.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the official Gates Cambridge Scholarship website, course requirements, supporting document requirements, eligibility criteria, and funding details before submitting an application.

Scholarship requirements and deadlines may vary depending on the programme selected, so always refer to the official University of Cambridge application portal for the latest information.