2026 Presidential AI Challenge
Catalog organization: White House Office of Science and Technology Policy
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What Is 2026 Presidential AI Challenge?
The Presidential AI Challenge invited K-12 youth and educators to study, propose, or build responsible AI solutions for real community needs. K-5 children participated through a classroom or community group led by an adult. Grades 6-12 formed teams of one to four students with a supervising adult. Track I developed a detailed proposal; Track II built and demonstrated an AI solution; an educator-only Track III created AI teaching methods or tools.
Teams submitted a PDF of up to ten pages with a 500-word minimum team narrative, citations and AI-tool disclosure, originality certification, and a linked poster or short demonstration. All compliant submissions earned a Presidential Certificate of Participation. The optional competition advanced through state and live virtual regional judging to June 7-10, 2026 events in Washington, including a White House showcase for selected regional champions. National awards included $10,000 to elementary schools/groups or $10,000 per eligible middle-school, high-school, or educator team member. Registration and the January 20 project deadline are closed, and no future cycle is announced.
2026 Presidential AI Challenge Key Facts: Cost, Deadline, and Eligibility
| Format | Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Up to grade 12 |
| Application deadline | Dates not announced |
| Listing last updated | August 30, 2026 |
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