Applications are now open for the Google PhD Fellowship 2025, a fully funded fellowship supporting exceptional PhD candidates conducting innovative research in computer science and related fields. This highly competitive international program is offered by Google Research and aims to recognize and support the next generation of leaders in technology and academia.
This prestigious PhD funding opportunity is available to students enrolled at universities across Africa, Australia, Canada, East Asia, Europe, India, Latin America, the Middle East, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, and the United States. The fellowship duration ranges from 1 to 4 years, depending on the applicant’s location. Selected fellows will receive generous financial support and one-on-one mentorship from a Google Research Mentor.
Summary of the Google PhD Fellowship 2025:
- Program Name: Google PhD Fellowship 2025
- Fellowship Type: Fully Funded
- Offered By: Google
- Eligible Regions: Worldwide (specific countries listed by region)
- Duration: 1 to 4 years (varies by location)
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2025
- Host Institutions: Global universities in partnership with Google
Key Research Areas:
- Algorithms and Optimization
- Computer Architecture
- Machine Learning & AI Foundations
- Health Research & Human-Computer Interaction
- Natural Language Processing
- Privacy, Safety, and Security
- Quantum Computing
- Software Engineering and Programming Languages
- Cloud Computing, Systems, and Networking
Fellowship Benefits by Region:
- Africa: Up to 3 years, $12,000/year + mentor
- Australia & NZ: 1 year, AUD 20,000 + mentor
- Canada & USA: Up to 2 years, $85,000/year (education, stipend, equipment) + mentor
- East Asia & Southeast Asia: $10,000/year, up to 3 years + mentor
- Europe & Middle East: Variable bursary, up to 2 years + mentor
- India: Up to 4 years for early-stage ($50,000), 1 year for late-stage ($10,000)
- Latin America: Up to 2 years, $15,000/year + mentor
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to PhD students from all nationalities
- Must be enrolled full-time in a relevant PhD program
- Cannot be a current recipient of an equivalent industry award
- Google employees or their immediate family are not eligible
- Past Google PhD Fellows cannot reapply
Required Documents (varies by region):
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research or dissertation proposal
- Academic transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Advisor CV
- Signed university cover sheet (for some regions)
- Student essays (for select countries)
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How to Apply:
Students must be nominated by their university to apply. Visit the official website to review region-specific requirements and begin your application process. Ensure all materials are complete and submitted by May 15, 2025.
This Google PhD Fellowship is a unique opportunity to receive global recognition and support for your research while joining a community of scholars at the forefront of computer science innovation. Don’t miss this chance to advance your academic journey with one of the world’s leading tech organizations.
