Google is proud to honor Dr. Anita Borg's memory and support women in technology with the Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship.
Google hopes to encourage women to excel in computing and technology and become active role models and leaders in the field.
Google Anita Borg Scholarship recipients will each receive a $10,000 award for the 2014-2015 academic year. A group of female undergraduate and graduate students will be chosen from the applicant pool, and scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of each candidate's academic background and demonstrated leadership. All scholarship recipients will be invited to attend the Annual Google Scholars' Retreat in Mountain View, California in 2014.
Who can apply?
Applicants must satisfy all of the following criteria to be eligible:
- be a female student currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at a university for the 2013-2014 academic year
- intend to be enrolled in or accepted as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at a university in the United States for the 2014-2015 academic year
- majoring in computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related technical field
- maintain a strong academic record
- exemplify leadership and demonstrate passion for increasing the involvement of women in computer science
Citizens, permanent residents, and international students are eligible to apply. Past applicants and finalists are also encouraged to re-apply.
Application process
Please complete the online application which includes:
- General background information (includes contact information and information about your current and intended institution for the 2014-2015 school year)
- Current resume
- Academic transcripts from your current institution (and prior institution if currently in graduate school)
- Two letters of reference from a professor or instructor, adviser, or supervisor
- Responses to four essay questions
Deadline to apply: Applications will be due on Monday, December 2, 2013.
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