Apply For 2025 Google Conference Scholarships
Google has officially announced its 2025 Conference Scholarships, offering full financial support to individuals from underrepresented backgrounds in tech and related fields. This initiative reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to building a more inclusive and diverse tech ecosystem by removing financial barriers to attending industry-leading conferences.
These scholarships cover round-trip airfare, hotel accommodations, full conference registration, and an additional $100 stipend to help with miscellaneous travel expenses. Google swag is also included as a bonus.
Who Can Apply
The program is open globally, but specific eligibility requirements differ by region. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the detailed regional guidelines on Google’s official scholarship website before applying.
However, for students in Africa and similar regions, the core eligibility requirements include:
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Enrollment Status: Applicants must be full-time students enrolled at a recognized university in Africa.
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Conference Participation: The student must have a paper accepted at a top-tier computer science conference. Preference is given to conferences aligned with Google’s active research interests. (A full list of research areas is available on research.google.com).
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Author Contribution: The applicant must be the sole or joint first author of the accepted research paper.
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Funding Need: Only students who require travel support to attend the conference are eligible.
Who Cannot Apply
Certain groups are excluded from consideration:
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Google employees and contractors
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Residents or citizens of embargoed countries or regions under export control restrictions
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Individuals otherwise restricted by applicable international sanctions
What the Scholarship Covers
Successful applicants will receive:
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Round-trip airfare to the host city of the conference
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Conference registration fees covered in full
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Hotel accommodation for the duration of the conference
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A $100 USD stipend for meals, local transport, and other travel-related expenses
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Official Google swag
In some cases—especially if the conference is held virtually—Google will provide funding for the virtual registration fee instead of travel-related support.
Selection Process and Timeline
Applications for the 2025 Google Conference Scholarships are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year. Applicants are usually notified within four weeks of submitting their applications.
Given that funds may take 5 to 8 weeks to process and be transferred to the applicant’s university, candidates should submit their application well in advance of the conference start date.
After the grant is approved, funds are disbursed to the university. The student must then follow regular university procedures to claim travel and accommodation expenses.
Applicants must also submit the scholarship application form by the internal deadline set for each specific conference. Late applications may not be considered due to logistical processing constraints.
Why This Matters
Google’s conference scholarships offer more than just financial support—they open doors for visibility, networking, collaboration, and long-term career opportunities. Attending these conferences enables scholars to meet industry professionals, present their work, and be part of the global tech conversation.
By focusing on inclusion and equity, this program helps bridge the access gap for talented individuals who might otherwise be unable to participate in such impactful events.
Key Takeaways
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Open to students worldwide, with specific regional eligibility
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Rolling application process—apply at least 2 months before your conference
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Covers travel, accommodation, conference fees, and a $100 stipend
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Must have a paper accepted at a top-tier tech conference
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Strong preference for research aligned with Google’s interests
Ready to take your research global?
Check your eligibility and start your application today on Google’s official scholarship portal. Early applications increase your chances of funding and timely travel arrangements.
