Gates Cambridge Scholarships are awarded to outstanding applicants from outside the UK to pursue a postgraduate degree in any subject at the University of Cambridge.The programme aims to build a global network of future leaders committed to improving the lives of others.

The Gates Scholars Council supports the aims of the Gates Cambridge Scholarships to create a global network of future leaders committed to improving the lives of others. Drawing on the experiences and aspirations of the entire Gates community, the Council strives to enrich the academic, social, and professional lives of all scholars.