| Gates Cambridge Scholarship : Introduction
Gates Cambridge Scholarship is a prestigious and highly competitive international
scholarship awarded to outstanding students from outside the UK for full-time
graduate study and research in any subject available at the University
of Cambridge. Established in the year 2000, by the Bill and Melinda Gates
Foundation, Gates Cambridge Scholarship programme aims to build a global
network of future leaders committed to improving the lives of others.
All aspects of the scholarships programme, including the selection of
scholars, scholars in residence, alumni relations and all financial and
administrative matters are managed by the Gates Cambridge Trust. The purpose
of the trust is to enable Gates Cambridge Scholars from any part of the
world outside the United Kingdom to benefit from education in the University
of Cambridge. But the trust does not admit or place the scholars directly.
Students must first apply directly for admission to Cambridge and make
a separate application for the scholarship. Applicants must demonstrate
exceptional academic achievement, potential for scholarly development,
and a commitment to use the benefits of their education for the common
good.
The Gates Cambridge Scholarship supports one to three years of study in
any field at the Cambridge University. The award includes all tuition
costs and a maintenance allowance.
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