Boston College Gabelli Presidential Scholarship 2026 (USA) | Fully Funded

Scholarship Summary

• Host Country: United States
• Study Level: Undergraduate
• Eligible Countries: All Countries (International & Domestic)
• Award: Full Tuition, Living Stipends, and Summer Program Funding
• Deadline: November 1, 2026
• Language Requirement: English Proficiency Required (No IELTS alternative options available)

Overview

Boston College has announced applications for the 2026 Gabelli Presidential Scholarship. This prestigious, merit-based program is designed for incoming freshmen and covers the full cost of tuition for four years. Additionally, the scholarship includes full funding for summer programs sponsored by the Gabelli Presidential Scholars Program (GPSP).

Scholarship Details

The Gabelli Presidential Scholarship is a four-year, full-tuition award granted to eighteen academically exceptional incoming freshmen each year.

• Financial Coverage: The scholarship covers full tuition. If a student demonstrates financial need beyond tuition (as determined by Boston College’s institutional analysis), additional scholarship funds will be provided to meet that need.
• Summer Programs: The award includes sponsorship for fully-funded summer programs.
• Consideration: Both Early Decision and Regular Decision candidates are eligible, provided they meet the priority scholarship deadline.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Gabelli Presidential Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be applying to Boston College as a fresh incoming student (first-year).
• Meet all general academic requirements for admission to Boston College.
• Satisfy the College’s English Language requirements.
• Submit the application before the priority deadline of November 1, 2026.

Required Documents

Candidates must be prepared to submit the following documentation as part of their application:

1. Completed Application Form
2. High School Transcript
3. English Proficiency Certificate
4. School Report and Counselor Recommendation Form
5. Teacher Evaluations

Application Procedure

There is no separate application form for the Gabelli Presidential Scholarship. To be considered, interested and qualified applicants must follow these steps:

1. Apply for Admission: Submit an online application for undergraduate admission to Boston College.
2. Meet the Deadline: Ensure your admission application is submitted by the November 1 priority scholarship deadline.
3. Notification: Successful applicants will be notified of their scholarship status in early January.

Note: Only candidates applying for fall admission are considered for this award.

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Important Deadline: November 1, 2026