Google PhD Fellowship Program 2025: $85,000 Award

Required Materials for All Nominated Students:

• Student CV with links to website and publications (if available)
• Research/dissertation proposal (maximum 3 pages, excluding references)

Region-Specific Requirements for Nomindated Students:

• Africa, Europe, and the Middle East:
  • Cover sheet signed by the Department Chair confirming the student passes eligibility requirements. (See FAQ “What are the eligibility requirements for students?”)
  • Short (1-page) CV of the student’s primary PhD advisor
  • 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the nominee’s work (at least one from the thesis advisor for current PhD students)
  • Transcripts of current and previous academic records

• Australia and New Zealand:
  • Transcripts of current and previous academic records
  • 1-2 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the nominee’s work (at least one from the thesis advisor)

• Canada, East Asia, and the United States:
  • Cover sheet signed by the Department Chair confirming the student passes eligibility requirements. (See FAQ “What are the eligibility requirements for students?”)
  • Short (1-page) CV of the student’s primary advisor
  • 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the nominee’s work (at least one from the thesis advisor)
  • Student essay response (350-word limit) to: “Describe the desired impact your research will make on the field and society, and why this is important to you. Include any personal, educational and/or professional experiences that have motivated your research interests.”
  • Student essay response (350-word limit) to: “Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes, or contributed to group efforts over time. (A leadership role can mean more than just a title…)”
  • Transcripts of current and previous academic records

• India & Southeast Asia
  • Short (one-page) resume/CV of the student applicant’s primary PhD program advisor
  • Available transcripts (mark sheets) starting from the first year/semester of Bachelor’s degree to date
  • 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the applicant’s work (at least one from the thesis advisor for current PhD students)

• Latin America
  • Cover sheet signed by the Department Chair confirming the student passes eligibility requirements. (See FAQ “What are the eligibility requirements for students?”)
  • Short (one-page) resume/CV of the student applicant’s primary PhD program advisor
  • Transcripts (mark sheets) starting from the first year/semester of Bachelor’s degree to date
  • Research proposal (maximum 3 pages, excluding references)
  • 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the applicant’s work (at least one from the thesis advisor for current PhD students)
  • Student essay response (350-word limit) to: “Describe the desired impact your research will make on the field and society, and why this is important to you. Include any personal, educational and/or professional experiences that have motivated your research interests.”
  • Student essay response (350-word limit) to: “What are your long-term goals for your pathway in computing research, and how would receiving the Google PhD Fellowship help you progress toward those goals in the short-term?”