October 28, 2026

NCWIT AiC High School Award

Direct application

Amount varies

Eligibility

Major
Computer Science
Education level
High school

About this scholarship

Grades 9 through 12 students who self-identify as women, genderqueer, or non-binary and attend school in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or on a U.S. overseas military base may apply for the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award. National and regional Winner, Honorable Mention, and Rising Star tiers carry varying prizes, including cash, resources, and recognition; total recipients and dollar amounts vary.

Applicants must be at least 13 and receive parent or guardian approval if under 18. U.S. citizens or permanent residents with a U.S. Tax ID or Social Security Number qualify for national awards. Apply through the free AiC Community.

The award honors computing-related achievements and encourages students to pursue technology fields.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Application through the free AiC Community
  • Essay: describe computing aspirations and plan to achieve them
  • Parent or guardian approval for applicants under age 18
  • U.S. citizenship or permanent residency plus a U.S. Tax ID or Social Security Number is required for national-award eligibility, but not stated as required for all regional award tiers.