How to Apply for The Gates Scholarship 2024

Introduction

Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 Gates Scholarship (TGS) Program, designed for both domestic and international students aspiring to study in the United States. This prestigious scholarship targets high school seniors from low-income families.

The Gates Scholarship 2024 is a highly competitive, last-dollar grant awarded to outstanding minority high school seniors from low-income backgrounds. Each year, this scholarship recognizes exceptional student leaders, helping them achieve their full potential.

The Gates Scholarship (TGS) Program

Scholars will receive funding to cover the full cost of attendance not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the methodology used by the Scholar’s college or university.

The cost of attendance includes:

- Tuition

- Fees

- Room and board

- Books

- Transportation

- Other personal costs

This comprehensive support ensures that Scholars can focus on their studies without financial burden.

Brief Description

Scholarship Sponsor(s): The Gates Scholarship (TGS)

Host Institution(s): Accredited institutions in the United States

Scholarship Worth: Fully-funded

Number of Awards: Several

Study Level: Undergraduate

Nationality: Domestic and International Students

Eligibility Criteria

The Gates Scholarship (TGS) Program for domestic and international students requires applicants to meet the following conditions:

- High School Senior: Must be in their final year of high school.

- Ethnicity: Must belong to at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American.

- Pell-Eligible: Must be eligible for the Pell Grant.

- Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident.

- Academic Standing: Must be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

- Enrollment Plans: Must plan to enroll full-time in a four-year degree program at a U.S. accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.

- Tribal Enrollment: For American Indian/Alaska Native students, proof of tribal enrollment will be required.

Ideal Candidate

An ideal candidate will possess the following:

- Outstanding Academic Record: In the top 10% of their graduating class.

- Leadership Ability: Demonstrated through participation in community service, extracurricular activities, or other leadership roles.

- Personal Success Skills: Exceptional qualities such as emotional maturity, motivation, and perseverance.