Overview

The Facebook (Meta) PhD Fellowship program is designed to support and encourage exceptional PhD students in fields related to computer science, engineering, social media, and technology innovation. Launched to promote academic research and nurture promising scholars, this fellowship provides students with vital resources, financial aid, and mentorship from leading industry professionals. As Facebook continues to innovate in areas like artificial intelligence (AI), data science, and human-computer interaction, this fellowship program plays a crucial role in fostering new research that aligns with Meta’s mission of connecting the world.

Who Can Apply?

• Required Language: English
• Eligible Countries: All world countries
• Students work must be related to one or more relevant disciplines (see research areas above)
• Full-time PhD students who are currently involved in ongoing 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.

Application Procedure

(1) Keep up to date with the application page.

(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 that 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.

What Financial Support is Available?

• $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 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.