Google, through the Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship aim to encourage women to excel in computing and technology, and become active role models and leaders.
Google Anita Borg Scholarship recipients will each receive a € 7,000 (or equivalent) 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, passion for increasing the involvement of women in computer science, and demonstrated leadership. All scholarship recipients will be invited to attend an annual Google networking retreat in 2014.
Eligibility for Google Anita Borg 2014 Scholarship
To be eligible to apply, applicants must:
- Be a female student currently enrolled at a university for the 2013-2014 academic year
- Intend to be enrolled in or accepted as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD program at a university in Europe, the Middle East or Africa for the 2014-2015 academic year
- Be studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics or a closely related technical field
- Maintain a strong academic record
How To Apply for the 2014 Google Anita Borg Scholarship
To apply, complete the online application here!
Information Required for the 2014 Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship include:
- General background information (includes contact information and information about your current and intended institution for the 2014-2015 school year)
- Current resume/CV (up to 2 pages)
- Academic transcripts from your current institution (and prior institution if currently in graduate school)
- A reference letter from a professor, instructor, adviser or supervisor
- Responses to essay questions
For more details, check the link below; http://www.google.com/anitaborg/emea/
We wish you the best with your application!