Scholarship Opportunity

The Gates Scholarship

Offered by The Gates Scholarship

A highly selective last-dollar scholarship for outstanding high school seniors from low-income households, covering the full cost of attendance not already met by other financial aid.

Minimum GPA3.3+
EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Eligibility

  • Be a graduating high school senior.
  • Be Pell Grant eligible.
  • Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
  • Maintain a minimum weighted GPA of 3.3.
  • Plan to enroll full-time at an accredited, not-for-profit four-year college or university.

Requirements

  • Complete the online application.
  • Submit all required application responses.
  • Provide academic information.
  • Provide financial information.
  • Complete all semifinalist and finalist requirements if selected.

How to Apply

  1. 1Create an application account.
  2. 2Complete the online application.
  3. 3Semifinalists submit additional materials.
  4. 4Finalists participate in interviews.
  5. 5Scholars are selected in the spring.