Google is accepting applications for the 2026 cohort of its Women Techmakers Scholarship. Specifically, this academic funding program helps female computer scientists scale their impact through targeted financial backing and tech community building. Consequently, selected scholars work directly with Google engineers to deploy inclusive initiatives within the tech industry.
Program Overview This is a technical enablement and diversity program. Therefore, it is ideal for female university students who need tuition relief to serve as future leaders in computer science. By joining, you get access to a massive cash award and an exclusive invitation to the Google Scholars Retreat.
Key Benefits Participants receive high-value financial and professional support. Specifically, the benefits include:
- Funding: A one-time $10,000 USD (or local equivalent) scholarship for the academic year.
- Retreat: Fully funded travel to the annual Women Techmakers Scholars Retreat at a Google office.
- Network: Lifelong access to a global community of female tech leaders and Google mentors.
Eligibility Criteria To qualify, an applicant must be a female university student. Crucially, you must have a strong academic record and a proven passion for increasing the involvement of women in tech.
- Education: Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at a university.
- Field: Must be majoring in computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related technical field.
- Impact: Must demonstrate an active role in supporting diversity and inclusion in technology.
Application Process
- Deadline: May 22, 2026.
- Submission: Apply via the Google Build Your Future portal.
- Requirements: Academic transcripts, coding project portfolio, and a diversity essay.
