Where do I apply for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship, and which documents should I prepare?
Gates Cambridge has no separate application portal. You apply through the University of Cambridge postgraduate admissions system, select the funding option, add a Gates Cambridge Statement, and arrange references. Prepare transcripts, CV, SOP and passport, and check the official Cambridge page for your deadline.
The Gates Cambridge Scholarship does not have its own application portal. You apply through the University of Cambridge postgraduate admissions system and state your interest in being considered for funding during that application.
Application Steps
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Select an eligible course | Choose a suitable postgraduate course at Cambridge. |
| 2. Start your Cambridge application | Set up an account on the postgraduate applications site and begin. |
| 3. Apply for funding | Choose the Gates Cambridge funding option within the application. |
| 4. Write the Gates Cambridge Statement | Explain how you meet the key requirements of the award. |
| 5. Arrange references | Submit academic references and a Gates Cambridge reference. |
| 6. Review and submit | Check everything before the funding deadline, then click Submit. |
Documents and Deadlines
- Valid passport, academic transcripts and degree certificates, an updated CV, and your Statement of Purpose.
- The Gates Cambridge Statement, and a research proposal for PhD applicants where required.
- Two academic references and one Gates Cambridge reference.
- English language proficiency scores if applicable, and any extra documents your department requires.
- There is no single standard deadline. It depends on your course and applicant category, and applications are typically due before 23:59 GMT on the deadline date with all supporting documents.
My Advice
Find your course funding deadline first and work backwards, because references take time to arrive. Make sure every document matches the details in your form, and confirm dates on the official Cambridge and Gates Cambridge pages.
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