About Mary Gates Research Scholarship
The Mary Gates Research Scholarship is a competitive, merit-based research grant designed to support undergraduate students at the University of Washington in conducting faculty-mentored research. This prestigious award promotes academic excellence, leadership, and inquiry across all disciplines, including:
- Engineering
- Health & Life Sciences
- Environmental Science
- Arts & Humanities
- Business
- Social Sciences
- Interdisciplinary Projects
Summary of Mary Gates Research Scholarship
- Host Institution: University of Washington (Seattle, Bothell, Tacoma)
- Scholarship Name: Mary Gates Research Scholarship
- Degree Level: Undergraduate
- Funding Amount: Up to $5,000 (disbursed across two quarters)
- Application Opens: August 4, 2025 – 12:00 PM
- Application Deadline: October 20, 2025 – 5:00 PM
- Recommendation Deadline: October 22, 2025 – 5:00 PM
- Eligibility: All UW undergraduates (including international students)
Mary Gates Research Scholarship Benefits
- $5,000 total, disbursed in two $2,500 payments
- Students select any two quarters for funding (Winter, Spring, Summer, or Autumn)
- Seniors with only one quarter remaining may request a one-quarter award of $2,500
- Mentorship, skill development, and research presentation opportunities
Mary Gates Research Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be matriculated UW undergraduate students at Seattle, Bothell, or Tacoma campuses
- Be pursuing a bachelor’s degree full-time (12 credits per quarter during the award term)
- Be involved in a faculty-mentored research project by the time funding begins
- Be enrolled in at least one summer credit if using scholarship funds in that quarter
Note: Full-time enrollment is not required in Autumn 2025 (application quarter), only during the quarters when funding is disbursed.
Application Timeline (2025 Cycle)
| Milestone | Date |
| Application Opens | August 4, 2025 – 12:00 PM |
| Application Deadline | October 20, 2025 – 5:00 PM |
| Recommendation Deadline | October 22, 2025 – 5:00 PM |
Additional Notes
- Students may apply for both Mary Gates Research and Leadership Scholarships, but can only hold one per quarter
- Students may receive a maximum of three total Mary Gates Scholarships
- Need-based financial aid recipients should consult UW’s Office of Financial Aid regarding possible adjustments
How to Apply for the Mary Gates Research Scholarship
- Review official Application Guidelines
- Collaborate with a faculty mentor to develop your proposal
- Submit your application by October 20, 2025
- Confirm your faculty mentor submits their letter by October 22, 2025
- Track your application status via UW’s scholarship portal
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