Microsoft Research PhD Fellowship
Region: Global
For eligible students at universities globally pursuing research aligned to Microsoft Research areas of focus.
About
The Microsoft Research PhD Fellowship is a global program that identifies and empowers the next generation of exceptional computing research talent. Microsoft recognizes the value of diversity in computing and aims to increase the pipeline of talent receiving advanced degrees in computing-related fields to build a stronger and inclusive computing-related research community. We currently offer PhD fellowships in Asia-Pacific, Canada and the United States, EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa), Latin America, Australia and New Zealand.
Over the last two decades, the Microsoft Research PhD Fellowship program has supported over 700 fellows around the world, many of whom have gone on to work at Microsoft. Others have gone on to perform pioneering research elsewhere within the technology industry or accept faculty appointments at leading universities.
The details of the fellowship program vary by region. Please see your region tab for details and instructions, as well as the FAQ for answers to common questions.
Regions
See your region for details, instructions, and answers to common questions.
We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and celebrate individuality. We invite and encourage candidates to come as they are and do what they love.
Contact us
Direct any questions not answered here to the regional program managers.
- Asia-Pacific: Yunyun Jiang at fellowra@microsoft.com
- Canada & US, EMEA, and Latin America: msfellow@microsoft.com