Google Conference Scholarships & Travel Grants for Full-time Students in APAC & Africa
- Omran Aburayya
- Mar 23
- 3 min read
If you're a student in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) or Africa regions looking to advance your career in technology, the Google Conference Scholarships offer an incredible opportunity. These scholarships provide financial support to students from underrepresented backgrounds in tech and business, enabling them to attend leading global conferences in computer science and related fields. Everything you need to is presented in this article.
Google Conference Scholarships Summary
Location: Asia-Pacific (APAC) & Africa
Host Institution: Google
Academic Level: Full-time students
Target Group: Underrepresented groups in technology and business
Fields of Focus: Computer Science and related fields
Scholarship Value: Varies; includes conference registration, travel, accommodation, and a stipend
Award Duration: Duration of the conference
Application Deadline: Varies; apply at least one month before the conference date
Eligible to: Full-time students enrolled in recognized universities within APAC or Africa
Google Conference Scholarships Overview
Google values diversity, inclusivity, and accessibility in technology. The Google Conference Scholarships are designed to eliminate financial barriers preventing talented students from attending leading industry conferences. Through this initiative, selected students can gain networking opportunities, industry exposure, and professional connections that enhance their academic and career growth.
Scholarship Benefits
Conference Registration: Full coverage of conference fees
Travel Expenses: Round-trip travel to and from the conference location
Accommodation: Hotel stay for the duration of the conference
Stipend: A $100 USD stipend for miscellaneous travel expenses
Additional Perks: Google-branded merchandise
For African students attending virtual conferences, Google will cover the full conference registration fee.
Eligibility Criteria
📌 For APAC Students, Applicants must:
Be full-time students enrolled at a recognized university in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region
Have a paper accepted for full publication at a top-tier computer science conference in research areas where Google has strong interest (workshop papers are not eligible)
Be the primary author of the accepted paper
Have their paper scheduled for oral or poster presentation (oral preferred)
Remain full-time students when receiving the travel grant
Not receive other industry-sponsored travel grants (even partially)
📌 For African Students, Applicants must:
Be full-time students enrolled at a recognized university in Africa
Have a paper accepted at a top-tier computer science conference in research areas where Google has strong interest
Be the sole or joint first author of the accepted paper
Not be a Google employee
Not be a resident of an embargoed country or subject to export controls/sanctions
Application Procedure
1. Select the appropriate application form for your country/region at least one month before the conference. For Students from:
Africa: APPLY HERE
East Asia: APPLY HERE
India and Southeast Asia: APPLY HERE
Australia and New Zealand: APPLY HERE
2. Submit required documents, including proof of enrollment and a copy of the accepted paper.
3. For African students attending virtual conferences, submit your application to cover registration fees.
4. Apply at least one month before the conference for timely processing.
Claim Process
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Successful applicants are notified approximately four weeks after submitting their applications.
African applicants should apply well in advance as payments may take 5-8 weeks to process.
Once approved, the funds are paid to the student’s university, and expenses can be claimed through regular university procedures.
ℹ️ Contact Information
For any inquiries, students can reach out to the relevant Google team:
Australia/New Zealand: research-programs-aunz@google.com
East Asia: eastasia-ur@google.com (add 'East Asia Student Travel Grants' in the subject line)
India & Southeast Asia: research-programs-in@google.com
Africa: research-africa@google.com
Why Apply for the Google Conference Scholarship?
The Google Conference Scholarships (APAC & Africa) offer an unparalleled opportunity to:
✔ Present your research at world-renowned conferences
✔ Gain recognition in the global tech community
✔ Network with leading professionals and researchers
✔ Enhance your academic and career prospects
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