Facebook Meta Research Fellowship Program 2027 | Fully Funded
Job Description
The Meta Research PhD Fellowship is a fully funded fellowship programme that supports graduate students conducting innovative research in areas relevant to technology and scientific advancement.
The fellowship provides two years of paid tuition and fees, a $42,000 annual stipend to support living expenses and conference travel, a paid visit to Meta headquarters for the annual Fellowship Summit, and opportunities to engage with Meta researchers.
Meta Research Fellowship Summary
- Host: Meta
- Programme: Meta Research PhD Fellowship
- Category: Fellowship
- Eligible Countries: All countries
- Level: PhD
- Funding: Full tuition and fees + $42,000 annual stipend
- Additional Benefit: Paid visit to Meta for the annual Fellowship Summit
- IELTS: Not required
- Application Deadline: 20 September 2026
About the Meta Research PhD Fellowship
The Meta Research PhD Fellowship brings together talented researchers and scientists working on complex challenges in technology and related fields.
Applications are welcomed from candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, institutions, and research interests. The fellowship is an opportunity for PhD students to receive financial support while advancing research that aligns with relevant areas of interest.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the Meta Research PhD Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be a full-time PhD student in any year of study.
- Be currently conducting research and enrolled at an accredited university in any country.
- Have ongoing research related to one or more of the fellowship’s eligible research areas.
Fellowship Benefits
Successful fellows will receive:
- Two years of paid tuition and fees.
- $42,000 annual stipend for living expenses and conference travel.
- A paid visit to Meta headquarters for the annual Fellowship Summit, subject to applicable arrangements.
- Opportunities to engage and network with Meta researchers.
Required Documents
Applicants should be prepared to submit:
- Research statement.
- Research impact statement.
- Two recommendation letters, including one from their academic advisor.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
- Visit the official Meta Research Fellowship application page.
- Read the application requirements carefully and complete the application form.
- Select the research area that best matches your research.
- Complete and mark all required application sections.
- Request two recommendation letters, with one preferably from your advisor.
- Enter the recommenders’ email addresses and complete the recommendation request section.
- Submit the application once all required tasks have been completed.
Important: Applicants should ensure that both recommendation letters are submitted by 6 October 2026. Applications without the required recommendations may not proceed to the review stage.
Requirements
To be considered for the Meta Research PhD Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be a full-time PhD student in any year of study.
- Be currently conducting research and enrolled at an accredited university in any country.
- Have ongoing research related to one or more of the fellowship’s eligible research areas.
Fellowship Benefits
Successful fellows will receive:
- Two years of paid tuition and fees.
- $42,000 annual stipend for living expenses and conference travel.
- A paid visit to Meta headquarters for the annual Fellowship Summit, subject to applicable arrangements.
- Opportunities to engage and network with Meta researchers.
Required Documents
Applicants should be prepared to submit:
- Research statement.
- Research impact statement.
- Two recommendation letters, including one from their academic advisor.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
- Visit the official Meta Research Fellowship application page.
- Read the application requirements carefully and complete the application form.
- Select the research area that best matches your research.
- Complete and mark all required application sections.
- Request two recommendation letters, with one preferably from your advisor.
- Enter the recommenders’ email addresses and complete the recommendation request section.
- Submit the application once all required tasks have been completed.
Important: Applicants should ensure that both recommendation letters are submitted by 6 October 2026. Applications without the required recommendations may not proceed to the review stage.
Deadline: September 20, 2026