Overview
Who they are
Gates scholars are academically outstanding students who show leadership potential, a commitment to improving the lives of others and a good fit with Cambridge. They are international and pursue a wide range of academic subjects at Cambridge. Gates alumni are spread throughout the world and pursue a multitude of careers.
Facts & figures
- Between 2001 and 2010 almost 1,000 Gates Scholars from more than 90 countries
- 80 to 100 new scholarships awarded each year
- About 270 scholars from 60 countries in Cambridge
- More than 600 alumni spread throughout the world
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Mr Siza Mtimbiri (Zimbabwe)
PhD Education
Siza directs a charitable organization that aims to change children’s lives through education and health provision
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Kathelijne Koops (The Netherlands)
PhD Biological Anthropology
Even before she has finished her PhD, Kathelijne Koops has been making headlines with her research on chimpanzees.
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Where are they from?
Almost 1,000 scholars and alumni from more than 90 countries - click on our interactive map.
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