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Mexico

Eligibility Requirements in Mexico

Gallagher Scholar candidates are citizens of Mexico who reflect academic achievement and evidence of leadership potential. Race, gender, and religion are not considered as factors in scholarship selection. Individuals selected as candidates for the Gallagher Scholarship meet the following criteria:

Gallagher Scholar candidates show evidence of a high level of ethical values, which include:

  • Belief that progress can be achieved without violence 
  • Commitment to making a difference in their country
  • Traits which align with the Gallagher Foundation Traits of Distinguished Leaders

Gallagher Scholar candidates demonstrate academic excellence exidenced by:

  • A minimum high school GPA of 95 (validated by Tecnológico de Monterrey, Monterrey Campus) 
  • Admission to Tecnológico de Monterrey, Monterrey Campus with at least 1,400 points
  • Admission into a professional degree program at Tecnológico de Monterrey, Monterrey Campus with a maximum duration of 8 semesters

Gallagher Scholar candidates must be first year students at Tecnológico de Monterrey, Monterrey Campus in the upcoming  school year, aged 17-20 years old.

Gallagher Scholar candidates display evidence of leadership potential through their involvement in leadership activities including, but not limited to:

  • Special projects
  • Awards received
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Service work

Gallagher Scholar candidates come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds displaying evidence of financial need.

  • Candidates must qualify for 100% scholarship support by Tecnológico de Monterrey.
  • Household income will be verified by the Tecnológico de Monterrey income verification process.

The Gallagher Foundation scholarship application includes four short essay questions and requires the following document uploads:

  • Letter of Reference
  • Prepatory School Results

Application Timeline

Gallagher Foundation Mexico application cycle timeline:

December 1, 2026

  • Gallagher Foundation APPLICATION OPENS 

February 22, 2027 at 10:00 a.m.

  • Gallagher Foundation APPLICATION CLOSES

March 19, 2027

  • Applicants are informed of their status in the next phase of the selection process

May 10, 2027

  • Candidates are informed of final selection of Gallagher Scholars