The Generation Google Scholarship was established to help aspiring students pursuing computer science degrees excel in technology and become leaders in the field. Selected students will receive $10,000 USD (for those studying in the US) or $5,000 CAD (for those studying in Canada) for the 2022-2023 school year. The Generation Google Scholarship will be awarded based on the strength of each candidate’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, demonstrated leadership, and academic performance.
| Who should apply? | students pursuing computer science |
| Eligible Grade Levels | Seniors |
| Award | one-time $10,000 USD or $5,000 CAD |
| Opens | open now |
| Deadline | December 10, 2021, 11:59 PT |
| Decisions Released | April-June 2022 |
| Selectivity | 33 HS seniors chosen last year (may change) |
| Link | https://buildyourfuture.withgoogle.com/scholarships/generation-google-scholarship/#!?detail-content-tabby_activeEl=overview |
Application Requirements
- intend to be enrolled or accepted as a full-time student in a Bachelors, Masters, or PhD program at an accredited university or college in the US or Canada for the 2022-2023 academic year
- be studying computer science, computer engineering, or closely related technical field
- demonstrate strong academic record
- demonstrate financial need
- exemplify leadership and demonstrate passion for improving representation of underrepresented groups in computer science and technology
Application Process
- background information (personal, educational, familial)
- resume or CV
- transcripts
- 3 short essay questions (no more than 500 words each)
Notes:
- money must be spent towards tuition, fees, books, supplies, and equipment
- payment will be made directly to the student
- essay prompts are on the website
- resume/CV, transcript, and answers to essay questions must be in uploadable PDF format