Additional Information & Application Method
There's a single application form for both admission and funding at the University of Cambridge Graduate Application Portal. Here's a breakdown of what you need to do:
Application Sections:
1. Admission Section:
- Choose your specific graduate course and College preference.
- Provide details about yourself, academic background, goals, and suitability for the course.
2. Funding Section:
- Apply for various scholarships, including Gates Cambridge.
- Complete the Gates Cambridge sub-section if you want to be considered.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship Requirements:
- Gates Cambridge Statement (500 words): Explain why you deserve the scholarship and how you meet the four main criteria: intellectual ability, leadership potential, commitment to improving lives, and justification for your chosen course. See www.gatescambridge.org for more details.
- Research Proposal (PhD only): Submit a research proposal if it's not already part of your admission application. Non-PhD applicants are exempt.
- Gates Cambridge Reference: Find someone who can write a reference specifically addressing the scholarship criteria. This cannot be a friend, family member, or someone unfamiliar with the program.
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Deadlines:
- For US citizens: Wednesday 16 October 2024 (Time 12:00, noon in local US time zone
- For Other Eligible Applicants: Dependent on your course – either 3 December 2024 or 7 January 2025 (see Course Directory)
Tips for the Gates Cambridge Reference:
- Choose someone familiar with you and the Gates Cambridge criteria. This could be a former advisor, employer, or someone from a volunteer organization you've worked with. You can even ask one of your academic referees, but ensure they focus on your personal qualities and fit for the scholarship program.
- Brief your chosen referee about the scholarship and its criteria so they can craft a relevant reference.
- Encourage referees to use specific examples that showcase your strengths in relation to the criteria.
- Make sure both your academic and Gates Cambridge references submit their references by the deadline.
Interested and eligible applicants for the Scholarships should:
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