Gates Cambridge Scholarship United Kingdom for Nigerian 2027
Posted on May 29, 2026 • ALEKKI Team • 5 min read
Description
One of the world's most prestigious fully funded postgraduate scholarships. Open to citizens of all countries outside the UK to pursue any full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge. About 80 scholars are selected annually.
Covers:
Full tuition fees
living allowance of £21,000/year
return economy airfare
visa costs & Immigration Health Surcharge
up to £2,000 for academic development
family allowance up to £16,548
Study Level: Masters / PhD (any subject at Cambridge)
Requirements
Non-UK citizen applying for a full-time postgraduate degree (PhD, MPhil, or 1-year postgraduate course) at Cambridge
outstanding intellectual ability; commitment to improving lives of others; leadership potential
Documents Needed: Cambridge graduate application, transcripts, academic references, Gates Cambridge personal statement (500 words), research proposal (PhD applicants)
Tip: Most applicants fail because they rush their application.
Application Deadline
Application Opens: September 2026.
Deadline: December 3, 2026 or January 7, 2027 (depending on course — check Cambridge Course Directory)
Application Link
Apply here
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