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🇺🇸 Fully-Funded to the US: The Gates Scholarship Program 2024-2025

   

The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is now accepting applications for its 2024/2025 cycle, offering a transformative opportunity for high school seniors from low-income backgrounds in the United States. This prestigious scholarship aims to empower exceptional student leaders by covering the full cost of attendance for undergraduate studies at accredited institutions in the US.

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Scholarship Overview

Sponsor: The Gates Scholarship (TGS)
Host Institutions: Accredited U.S. colleges and universities
Scholarship Value: Fully-funded, covering the full cost of attendance
Number of Awards: Multiple
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Nationality: Domestic and International Students
Application Deadline: September 15, 2024

Comprehensive Scholarship Benefits

Recipients of The Gates Scholarship will enjoy full financial support covering all costs not already addressed by existing financial aid and the expected family contribution as determined by FAFSA or the institution’s own financial aid forms. This comprehensive coverage includes:

  • Tuition and fees
  • Room and board
  • Books and supplies
  • Transportation
  • Other personal expenses

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for The Gates Scholarship, candidates must satisfy the following criteria:

  • Must be a high school senior.
  • Belong to one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American.
  • Pell-eligible, indicating a low-income background.
  • A US citizen, national, or permanent resident.
  • Maintain a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
  • Intend to enroll full-time in a four-year degree program at an accredited, not-for-profit US college or university.
  • For American Indian/Alaska Native applicants, proof of tribal enrollment is required.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The Gates Scholarship seeks students who demonstrate:

  • Academic excellence (top 10% of their graduating class)
  • Leadership qualities through participation in community service, extracurricular activities, or other relevant engagements
  • Strong personal success skills, such as emotional maturity, motivation, and perseverance

How to Apply

Prospective scholars interested in The Gates Scholarship should:

  1. Visit the official TGS application portal.
  2. Create an account or log in to an existing account.
  3. Complete the online application form with all required details and documentation before the deadline.

Application Deadline and Further Information

The application deadline for The Gates Scholarship is September 15, 2024. For more details about the scholarship, eligibility criteria, and application process, please visit the official Gates Scholarship website.

This scholarship offers a gateway for talented students from diverse backgrounds to achieve their academic and leadership potential without the burden of financial constraints. It’s an excellent opportunity for those aiming to start their undergraduate journey with robust financial and community support.

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