Google The 2010 Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How do I apply?
  2. Are official transcripts required?
  3. Do I need to send Google an official copy of transcripts?
  4. Do I need to submit the recommendation letters with my online application?
  5. I am graduating soon, and I will be entering a new program/school in 2010-2011. Do I need to provide any additional documentation?
  6. Can international students apply for the scholarship?
  7. I do not have a Computer Science or Computer Engineering major. Can I apply?
  8. Can men apply?
  9. How will I know if my application has been received?
  10. How do I apply for an internship?
  11. If I am selected, how will the funds be distributed to me?
  12. Can I submit my applicaton in a language other than English?
  13. Other questions

How do I apply?

Please complete the online application. If you are a first time user, you will need to register; if you are already registered, simply login!

You will also be asked to submit electronic versions of your resume, essay responses, transcripts, and name and email of your referrers. Please scan your transcripts and enrollment confirmation into electronic format (PDF format preferred for all requested documents).

Deadline to apply: Monday, February 1, 2010.

Are official transcripts required?

All applicants are required to submit a soft-copy of official or unofficial transcripts via the online application. If you are enrolled in a bachelor's program, please plan to submit your undergraduate transcripts to date. If you are a master's or PhD student, please plan to submit your transcripts for all degrees earned and in progress. We will require all finalists to provide an official transcript.

Do I need to send Google an official copy of my transcripts?

No, please do not send any documents to Google. Please use the online application tool to send us your transcripts. All documents must be submitted online as part of your application no later than Monday, February 1, 2010. Please follow the instructions in the online application to upload your documents.

Do I need to submit the recommendation letters with my online application?

The Google Scholarships team accepts reference letters through our online scholarship application, only. You will be asked for the relevant information when you complete the online application. Please include the name and contact information for each of your references when you complete the online application. Each contact you enter will receive an email from googlescholarships@eresources.com, with instructions on to submit their letter electronically. Please do not send us letters.

I am graduating soon, and I will be entering a new program/school in 2010-2011. Do I need to provide any additional documentation?

Yes. Finalists and scholars will be asked to mail us a verification letter from the university to show that you will be enrolled in the new program/school in the 2010-2011 academic year.

Can international students apply for the scholarship?

Yes. If you are currently studying in the United States and meet our criteria for scholarship eligibility, you can apply regardless of your citizenship.

Google also offers the Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship for women studying in Africa, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the Middle East.

I do not have a Computer Science or Computer Engineering major. Can I apply?

The Anita Borg Scholarship is dedicated to supporting students who are studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related technical field majors.

Can men apply?

No. This scholarship is dedicated to supporting women in technology. For more information on our other scholarship programs, please visit www.google.com/jobs/scholarships.

How will I know if my application has been received?

We will send you an email notification within ten days of the submission deadline. You will receive email notification once your application is complete and has been submitted online.

How do I apply for an internship?

Please note that the Google Anita Borg Scholarship does not include an internship with Google. The application and selection process for internships or full time opportunities is separate from the scholarship application and review process.

If you are interested in opportunities at Google, please check the box on the online application and a Google representative will contact you via email.

If I am selected, how will the funds be distributed to me?

Google will distribute the scholarship funds to you through the Financial Aid Office of your university, for you to use for tuition, fees, books, and supplies. We have found that this process also enables students to receive the funds without being taxed. Checks will not be issued directly to students.

Can I submit my application in a language other than English?

All Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship review processes are administered in English. Please do submit all application documents in English, we will not be able to consider applications in other languages at this time.

Other questions

If you didn't find the answer you need on the Scholarship page or in these FAQs, please email anitaborgscholars@google.com.

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