🌍 Overview
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Award Amount
$42,000 annual stipend (for two years) plus full tuition coverage.
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Deadline
September 20 (Annual)
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Fields
AI, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Social Computing, Economics, and related technical fields.
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Awards/Year
20-30 awards per cycle
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Study Country
United States
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Provider
Meta Platforms, Inc. (formerly Facebook)
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Acceptance
Highly Competitive
The Meta Research PhD Fellowship Program supports doctoral students who are engaged in innovative research in computer science and engineering. The program aims to foster excellence in research and build connections between Meta and the academic community.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to doctoral students worldwide who are conducting research in technical areas relevant to Meta's goals, such as AI, AR/VR, and systems.
🏛️ Host University
Any accredited university worldwide
🔬 Fields of Study
AI, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Social Computing, Economics, and related technical fields.
✨ Key Benefits
Provides two years of tuition and fees coverage, a $42,000 annual stipend for living expenses, travel support for conferences, and an invitation to the Meta Fellowship Summit.
🎯 Target Students
Domestic and International PhD Students
🏷 Tags
AI
Machine Learning
PhD
Computer Science
Technology
Engineering
Meta
Research Fellowship
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes (up to two academic years)
Living Stipend
Yes ($42,000 per year)
Total Award
$42,000 annual stipend (for
✈️ Travel: Yes (up to $5,000 for conference travel)
🏠 Accommodation: No (included in stipend)
💊 Health Insurance: Check official website (usually covered by university or within stipend)
🔄 Renewable: No
💳 App Fee: $0
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes (up to two academic years)
🏠 Living Stipend
Yes ($42,000 per year)
🏡 Accommodation
No (included in stipend)
✈️ Travel Allowance
Yes (up to $5,000 for conference travel)
💊 Health Insurance
Check official website (usually covered by university or within stipend)
🎁 Other Benefits
Paid visit to Meta headquarters for the Fellowship Summit, networking with Meta researchers, and potential internship opportunities.
📋 Renewal Conditions
N/A (Award is fixed at 2 years)
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Full-time PhD students currently enrolled in an accredited university; Research must align with Meta research areas; Must not be a Meta employee or immediate family member.
📊 Minimum GPA
Check official website (High academic excellence expected)
🗣️ English Requirement
Proficient (Must meet the standards of the host university)
💼 Work Experience
Not required, but strong research publication record is highly weighted.
🏆 Leadership
Not required, though leadership in the research community is a plus.
💰 Financial Need
No (Merit-based)
🎯 Target Students
Domestic and International PhD Students
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes (Research Statement)
Rec Letters
Yes (Two letters of recommendation)
Documents Required
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport / National ID
- Yes (Two letters of recommendation) Recommendation Letters
- CV / Resume
- Personal Statement / Essays
- Proficient (Must meet the standards of the host university)
- Interview: No
- Min GPA: Check official website (High academic excellence expected)
📋 Application Process
Ensure your research statement clearly defines the problem, your methodology, and the potential impact on the industry. Align your proposal with one of Meta's specific research areas.
💡 Insider Tip: Select recommenders who can speak directly to your technical contributions and your potential to lead your field of study.