Gates Cambridge — International Round

Coverage: University fees, maintenance, travel at the course's start and end, visa and immigration health surcharge; some extras are discretionary.
Exclusions / limits: Research consumables are not an additional scholar allowance.
Eligibility & conditions: Non-UK citizens, including Saudis, on eligible postgraduate courses; academic excellence, leadership and commitment to others.
How to apply: Complete Gates questions within the admission application and arrange its additional reference; confirm course eligibility.
Deadline: 8 December 2026 or 6 January 2027, depending on the course funding deadline.
Cycle note: The international 2027/28 round differs from the round for US citizens resident in the USA.

Content reviewed: 30 October 2026. Check the official source for changes.

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