NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship
NVIDIA funds PhD research in accelerated computing, and "AI — Language Models and Speech" is one of its listed research areas.
About NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship
The programme provides up to $60,000 per award, paid through the university. Fellows work with NVIDIA researchers and must complete an in-person summer internship at an eligible NVIDIA research office before the award year. International PhD students are eligible. The 2027–2028 cycle opened on September 30, 2026.
Who can apply
PhD students who have completed their first year of PhD-level studies, are actively engaged in thesis research in computer science, computer engineering, system architecture, electrical engineering or a related area, remain full-time for the nine-month award year, and can complete an in-person summer internship. International PhD students are eligible.
How to get it
- Confirm you have finished your first year of PhD study and can do the summer internship
- Write a research proposal aligned with a listed area such as Language Models and Speech
- Submit the application and all recommendation letters by October 30, 2026
NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship — FAQ
Who can apply for NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship?+
PhD students who have completed their first year of PhD-level studies, are actively engaged in thesis research in computer science, computer engineering, system architecture, electrical engineering or a related area, remain full-time for the nine-month award year, and can complete an in-person summer internship. International PhD students are eligible.
How do I get NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship?+
1. Confirm you have finished your first year of PhD study and can do the summer internship 2. Write a research proposal aligned with a listed area such as Language Models and Speech 3. Submit the application and all recommendation letters by October 30, 2026
How much is NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship worth?+
Up to $60,000. NVIDIA funds PhD research in accelerated computing, and "AI — Language Models and Speech" is one of its listed research areas.