Full ride & matchVerified Sep 24, 2026

The Gates Scholarship

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Closed for 2027-28The deadline was Sep 15, 2026. Juniors, plan for next fall.

WHAT YOU GET

Full cost of attendance

Last-dollar award covering the full cost of attendance (tuition, fees, books, housing and food) not met by other aid.

Who it's for

Pell-eligible seniors with a 3.3+ weighted GPA who are US citizens or permanent residents.

12th grade
3.3+ GPA (weighted)
Pell Grant eligible
Open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents
Plan to enroll full-time in a four-year degree program at a US accredited, not-for-profit college.