Gates Cambridge Scholarship
- Funding
- Fully funded
- Level
- Master’s, PhD
- Deadline
- December 8, 2026
- Where
- United Kingdom · In person
Postgraduate scholarship at the University of Cambridge paying the full composition fee, a maintenance allowance (GBP 23,152 a year at the 2026/27 rate), one economy airfare at the start and end of the course, visa costs and the Immigration Health Surcharge.
Who can apply
Applicants from any country outside the UK applying for a full-time postgraduate degree in any subject at Cambridge. Selection looks at intellect, choice of course, commitment to improving others’ lives and leadership.
Deadline
December 8, 2026: For applicants outside the US round, the deadline is 8 December 2026 or 6 January 2027, depending on the Course Funding Deadline shown for your course in the University Course Directory. The US-resident round closed on 14 October 2026.