OPSF

Gates-Cambridge

Description: The Gates Cambridge Scholarship was established in hopes of creating a network of future leaders from around the world who will bring new vision and commitment to improving the lives of citizens in their respective countries. Students who gain admission to the University of Cambridge pursue one of the following courses of study: a second Bachelor's degree, one-year postgraduate courses, or research leading to a Ph.D.
Qualifications: Applicants from every country are eligible to apply except those from the U.K. Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree prior to the set deadline. Students should be under the age of 30 and have outstanding qualifications.
Amount: The scholarship covers University and College fees at applicable rates, a maintenance allowance, a discretionary allowance, airfare
Application Process: Students must gain admission to the University of Cambridge and to a constituent College and apply for the Gates Scholarship. Students are expected to have excellent transcripts showing sustained academic achievement, two references, and a degree certificate or diploma. Applicants are also encouraged to nominate a referee who can write knowledgeably about them and comment authoritatively on their non-academic achievements. Paper applications are due October 15, 2008. Alternatively, students can complete an online application. There is a 25 pound fee and the application must be turned in by 10/1/2008 or two weeks before the paper deadline.

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Timeline:

Event	Date	Notes
Deadline	10/1/2008	Complete and submit the online version of the Graduate Admission and Scholarship Application Form (GRADSAF). This includes a 25 pound fee. OR
Deadline	10/15/2008	Complete and submit a paper version of the Graduate Admission and Scholarship Application Form (GRADSAF)

Resources:

Official Website	Official website for the Gates-Cambridge website
Gates Cambridge Interview Advice	What to expect at your interview
Gates Cambridge Recommendation Letters	Advice for your recommenders

Faculty Coach:

Scott Miller

Asian and Near Eastern Languages

3073 JFSB

2-5225

scott_miller@byu.edu

Recipients:

Tara Westover	2008
Timothy O'Connor	2007-2008
Ryan Scott Keller	2004-2005