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Gates Scholarship

Run by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, a nonprofit

Highly selective, full-ride scholarship for exceptional minority high school seniors from low-income households.

Award: Full cost of attendance
Deadline: September 15
Run by: Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; Nonprofit

Who it's for

African-American, AIAN, APIA, or Hispanic
3.3+ GPA
Pell Grant eligible
High school senior

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at thegatesscholarship.org

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Gates Scholarship is one option. What else may help?

Many households qualify for more than one program. Answer a few questions to see what else you may qualify for.

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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