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AI NextGen Challenge™ 2026 is sponsored by USAII®. The AI NextGen Challenge™ 2026 empowers high school, undergraduate, and graduate students across the United States with AI education, global certifications, and innovation opportunities. It culminates in a National AI Hackathon where top students form teams to solve real-world problems using AI.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: High school, undergraduate, and graduate students across the United States. Top 250 students from partner schools, colleges, and universities will be selected to form 50 teams of five students each for the hackathon. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $25,000 per team ($100,000 total prize pool). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
AI NextGen Challenge™ 2026 is funded by USAII®. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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