PhD students are encouraged to pursue fellowships and scholarships throughout the program. These opportunities can provide additional funding for tuition, living expenses, research, and other costs, and may extend the funding available to students beyond their HCDE funding guarantee.
Some major fellowships are designed for students who are applying to or beginning a PhD program. HCDE students have successfully received fellowships such as the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) and CSGrad4US. Students interested in these opportunities are encouraged to begin exploring them early, as application timelines and eligibility requirements vary.
HCDE faculty and students can help first-year students navigate the fellowship application process. Throughout the year, the PhD Faculty Director and Director of Academic Services also share UW and external fellowship and scholarship opportunities with students by email.
National fellowships
- NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)
Supports graduate students pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees in eligible STEM fields. - CSGrad4US Fellowship
Supports individuals pursuing doctoral study in computer and information science and engineering fields. - GEM Fellowship Program
Provides fellowship opportunities for graduate students in science and engineering.
Industry fellowships
Industry organizations also offer competitive fellowships for PhD students in areas related to HCDE research. Opportunities vary from year to year and may include:
UW fellowships and scholarships
Students can also pursue funding opportunities offered through the University of Washington, including:
Deadlines, eligibility requirements, funding amounts, and application processes vary by opportunity. Students should review current program information and watch for opportunities shared by HCDE throughout the academic year.