The application period is now open for the 2025/2026 NVIDIA International Graduate Fellowship Program. This marks the twenty-fourth year of NVIDIA’s invitation for PhD students to present their research projects for review. Awardees will be chosen based on their academic accomplishments, recommendations from professors, and their research focus.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants must have completed at least one year of PhD studies by the time of application.
- Eligible majors include Computer Science, Computer Engineering, System Architecture, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
- Students must be actively engaged in research related to their PhD thesis.
- Applicants must be enrolled as full-time PhD students during the 2025-2026 academic year, meaning they should not expect to graduate before May/June 2026.
- Candidates must be available for an in-person summer internship at one of NVIDIA’s research locations in the United States, Canada, Germany, Sweden, Finland, Switzerland, Israel, or Taiwan prior to the Fellowship year.
- Immediate family members of current NVIDIA employees are not eligible.
- Note: The Fellowship award will be administered through the student’s university, with funds disbursed directly to the institution.
Application Requirements:
Applicants must submit the following:
- A research summary or thesis proposal (maximum of 2 pages, plus bibliography, which does not count toward the page limit).
- A resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) including contact details.
- At least two nomination letters from professors, with one required from the thesis advisor (up to three letters total; non-professors may submit letters as long as one is from the thesis advisor).
- Confirmation of availability for the in-person summer internship.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the NVIDIA International Graduate Fellowship Program.
Application Deadline: To be Announced
Conclusion:
The NVIDIA International Graduate Fellowship Program offers a unique opportunity for PhD students to advance their research with support from one of the leading companies in the technology sector. By providing funding, mentorship, and hands-on experience through an internship, this fellowship empowers students to make significant contributions to their fields. If you meet the eligibility criteria and are passionate about your research, this program could be a pivotal step in your academic and professional journey. Be sure to prepare your application thoroughly and submit it before the deadline to take advantage of this exceptional opportunity.
