Google PhD Fellowship
Limited submissionForecastedInternal — University of British Columbia - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies only
Google PhD Fellowship supports outstanding doctoral researchers in computer science and related fields with research funding and Google mentorship to help them influence the future of technology.
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Funder: University of British Columbia - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (UBC internal application) | April 2027 (Global application)
Funding Amounts: US$85,000 per year for up to 2 years
Summary: Supports outstanding doctoral research in computer science and related fields, with funding and a Google Research Mentor.
Key Information: UBC nomination is required; students cannot apply directly to Google.
Description
The Google PhD Fellowship recognizes outstanding doctoral students conducting exceptional and innovative research in computer science and related fields. Created by Google and administered at UBC by Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, it supports promising researchers of all backgrounds who seek to influence the future of technology. Recipients receive financial support and are matched with a Google Research Mentor.
The program supports work across computing, AI, health research, and related disciplines. It prioritizes innovative concepts relevant to Google’s research areas, robustness, and potential impact on the field. Academic achievement, leadership potential, and essay responses also inform selection. Proposals should describe both the research being pursued and its future direction, and research should align with Google’s AI Principles.
