Applications are welcome for the 2022 Generation Google Scholarship: for Women in Computer Science (EUR 7,000).
The Generation Google Scholarship for Women in Computer Science is a scholarship program by Google to assist prospective computer scientists in their pursuit of excellence and leadership in the profession. For the academic year 2022-2023, selected students will receive a 7,000 EUR (or local equivalent) prize. However, the strength of each candidate’s influence on diversity leadership, and academic background will serve as a basis to award scholarships. Qualified students who meet all of the program’s requirements are eligible to apply. Women who have interests in computer science should apply immediately.
Benefits
The Generation Google Scholarship for Women in Computer Science awards the sum of EUR 7,000 to qualified students which covers tuition, fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for the student’s classes at their primary university.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply, applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at a university for the 2021-2022 academic year
- Intend to be enrolled in or accepted as a full-time student in a Bachelors, Masters, or PhD program at an accredited university in Europe, Middle East or Africa for the 2022-2023 academic year
- Be studying computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related technical field
- Demonstrate a strong academic record
- Exemplify leadership and demonstrate a passion for improving representation of underrepresented groups in computer science and technology
Application Process
Applicants are to complete the online application with the following documents:
- Resume/CV
- General background information (e.g. contact information and details about their current and intended universities)
- Academic transcripts from current and prior institutions
- One letter of reference from a professor, instructor, adviser or supervisor
- Responses to five short essay questions
- The overall strength of applicants essays and application materials compared to the entire applicant pool or respective peers (e.g. Bachelors students compared to other Bachelors students) will serve as a measure for selection.
To apply for the Generation Google Scholarship, click here.
Deadline: December 10, 2021.
For more information on Generation Google Scholarship, visit the official site.
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