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SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE
Complete guide to the Gates Scholarship. Full cost-of-attendance for 300 minority students annually. Eligibility, application tips, and selection process explained.
Award Amount
Full cost of attendance
Deadline
September 15 (typical)
Renewability
Renewable for up to 4 years (or 5 for engineering)
Official Site
Apply→High school seniors from minority backgrounds (African American, American Indian, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic American). Minimum 3.3 GPA. Pell Grant eligible.
Check eligibility requirements and gather necessary documents before the deadline (September 15 (typical)).
Visit the official application portal and create an account.
Complete the application, including essays and supporting materials.
Submit before the deadline and follow up to confirm receipt.
About 36,500 students apply for 300 spots each year, making it roughly a 0.8% acceptance rate.
It covers the full cost of attendance not already paid by other financial aid or EFC — tuition, fees, room, board, books, transportation, and personal expenses.
Yes, at any accredited 4-year US college or university.
Written by AdmitPath team
Verified against official scholarship sources. Last updated August 2026.
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