The fellowships are offered in computer science, computer engineering or a related area. The winners of the fellowship are entitled to receive two years of study and fees, an annual stipend and conference travel aid.
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Facebook Fellowship
Aim and Benefits of Facebook Fellowship
Facebook Fellowship Program provide the recipient with the following benefits:
- $42,000 grant (one-time payment during each academic year)
- Tuition and fees will be paid for the academic year (up to two years/four semesters)
- Up to $5,000 in conference travel support
- Paid visit to Facebook headquarters to for the annual Fellowship Summit
- Tuition money will be paid directly to the school, the stipend will be sent directly to the fellow, unless otherwise specified. Stipends are taxable based on local law.
Requirements for Facebook Fellowship Qualification
- Students work must be related to one or more relevant disciplines (see research areas above)
- Full-time PhD students who are currently involved in on-going research who are enrolled in an accredited university in any country
- Students must be enrolled during the academic year(s) the Fellowship is awarded
- First or second year PhD students who fit the criteria of a minority group that is under-represented* in the technology sector have the option of being evaluated for an Emerging Scholar Award.
- Applications will be evaluated based on the strength of the student’s research statement, publication record, and recommendation letters.
- Read the Terms and Conditions for the Facebook Fellowship program.
Application Deadline
September 20, 2021
How to Apply
Please follow the following steps to avail Facebook Fellowship Program:
(1) Keep up to date with the application page from HERE
(2) All applicants will need to use their Facebook account to apply.
(3) Applications Must Include
- Resume or CV, with email, phone and mailing address, and applicable coursework noted
- 1-2 page research summary which clearly identifies the area of focus, importance to the field, and applicability to Facebook of the anticipated research during the award (reference the research areas)
- 2 letters of recommendation to be uploaded with your application. Please provide reference email addresses, and one reference must be from an academic adviser
(4) When you fill out the application, you will be asked to input an email address for your references. Your references will receive an email with a link to submit their letter. Please ensure that the contact information you enter for your references is accurate.
(5) The application will allow you to save or submit after entering information. You may go back and edit your application up to the due date.
For more details, visit Facebook website.
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