Generation Google Scholarship
π About Generation Google Scholarship
The Generation Google Scholarship was established to help aspiring students pursuing computer science degrees excel in technology and become leaders in the field. Selected students will receive:
- 10,000 USD (for those studying in the US)
- 5,000 CAD (for those studying in Canada)
This scholarship is for the 2025-2026 school year and will be awarded based on the strength of each candidateβs demonstrated leadership, academic performance, and financial need.
π Benefits
- Selected students will receive 10,000 USD (for those studying in the US) or 5,000 CAD (for those studying in Canada) for the 2025-2026 school year.
β Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to apply, applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelors program at an accredited university or college OR currently enrolled as a high school senior for the 2024-2025 academic year.
- Intend to be enrolled in or accepted as a full-time student in a Bachelors program at an accredited university in the United States or Canada for the 2025-2026 academic year.
- Be studying computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related technical field.
- Demonstrate leadership.
- Demonstrate a strong academic record.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Children of Google employees are NOT eligible to apply.
π Application Date and Process
Application Deadline:
- Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 11:59 PM U.S. Pacific Time or when 1,250 eligible applications responses are received.
- Recommendation letters are due by Monday, August 18, 2025 at 11:59 PM U.S. Pacific Time.
Application Process:
You will be asked to complete an online application, which includes:
- General background information (e.g., contact information and details about your current and intended universities).
- Family and household information.
- Resume/CV.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- Academic transcripts from your current institution (and prior, if applicable).
- Responses to short answer essay questions.
Required Documents for Upload:
- PDF copy of your resume.
- PDF copy of your current or most recent transcript (unofficial is acceptable).
You are able to submit your application before your recommendation letters are received, as long as the required information has been entered into the application.
π§ Contact Information
If you have any questions, please email generationgoogle-na@iie.org or visit IIEβs FAQ page.
π Sponsor Organization
The scholarship is sponsored by Google.
π Application Portal
- Apply for the Generation Google Scholarship: Click Here
- View details of the Generation Google Scholarship: Click Here
π Important Notes
- Application deadline: August 14, 2025.
- Recommendation letters deadline: August 18, 2025.
- Selected students will receive 10,000 USD (for those studying in the US) or 5,000 CAD (for those studying in Canada) for the 2025-2026 school year