Scientific Artificial Intelligence (SAI) Graduate Fellowship Program at the University of Notre Dame
- Omran Aburayya
- Apr 24
- 2 min read
If you're a PhD student in science or engineering looking to integrate artificial intelligence into your research, applications are now open for the Fall 2025 Scientific Artificial Intelligence (SAI) Graduate Fellowship Program at the University of Notre Dame. This prestigious, semester-long program supports the advancement of AI-driven research across disciplines by providing funding, mentorship, and computational resources. Join a dynamic community of scholars working at the cutting edge of science and AI.
🗒️ Fellowship Summary
Location: University of Notre Dame, Indiana, USA
Host Institution: University of Notre Dame – Scientific Artificial Intelligence (SAI) Initiative
Academic Level: PhD (Science or Engineering)
Target Group: PhD students seeking to integrate or deepen AI applications in their domain-specific research
Fields of Focus: Science and Engineering disciplines with AI applications
Coverage: Full financial support for the Fall 2025 semester
Duration: One semester (Fall 2025)
Application Deadline: May 14, 2025
Start Date: August/September 2025 (Fall semester)
Eligible to: PhD students in good academic standing with no major exams or core courses during the fellowship term
🎓SAI Graduate Fellowship Overview
The Fall 2025 SAI Graduate Fellowship is designed to foster innovative applications of artificial intelligence in scientific research. Fellows will be embedded in a structured community of practice, working closely with mentors from both faculty and technical staff. Participants will attend regular technical training, peer sessions, and affiliated seminars while developing AI-enhanced deliverables directly aligned with their dissertation research.
🧩 Program Structure and Activities:
Weekly technical workshops and office hours
Individualized mentoring and collaborative peer engagement
Participation in university-hosted seminars, networking events, and interdisciplinary workshops
Access to advanced computational tools and platforms
Development of project deliverables such as machine learning models, datasets, and automation pipelines
🎁 Fellowship Benefits
Full financial support for the Fall 2025 semester
Mentorship from faculty and research computing experts
Access to Notre Dame’s state-of-the-art computational infrastructure
Technical skill development and practical project-based experience
Enhanced visibility and professional growth through structured programming
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Enrollment in a PhD program in science or engineering
In good academic standing
Availability during Fall 2025 with no conflicting exams or coursework
A clear research vision connecting AI with domain-specific questions
📝 Application Procedure
Applicants must prepare and submit the following:
Project Proposal: Max 2 pages outlining AI integration goals within current research
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Nomination Letter: From the applicant’s PhD advisor endorsing their participation
Submission
Applications must be submitted online through the Notre Dame fellowship portal
ℹ️ Additional Information
Selected fellows will be notified shortly after the application deadline.
All fellows are expected to participate fully in the scheduled training sessions and contribute to the shared learning environment.
For inquiries, contact: Brett Savoie at Notre Dame’s Scientific AI Initiative.
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