Independent Innovator Challenge

ELIGIBILITY

Who Can Participate?

The Independent Innovator Challenge (IIC) is a pathway to the U.S. National Innovator Challenge (NIC) for students who do not have another qualifying organization to go through. We believe that everyone should have an opportunity to showcase their innovative work!

IIC Participants

Showcase Your Big Idea in the Independent Innovator Challenge!

Mentors

Support Your Students’ Journey to Innovation Success

Registration

Join the Challenge – Register Now and Compete!

Important Dates

Saturday, March 1, 2025

Registration Opens

 

Monday, April 21, 2025 (by midnight Pacific Time)

Registration Closes

Everything must be submitted by this date at midnight Pacific time.


 

Monday, May 5, 2025

Feedback emailed to all innovators
Invitations emailed for those advancing to the Live Event

 

Friday, May 9, 2025 – Sunday, May 18, 2025 (spanning two weekends)

Live Independent Innovator Challenge via Zoom

 

Sunday, May 25, 2025

Independent Innovator Challenge Celebration and Awards Ceremony on YouTube and Social Media

Winner's Archive

Learn more about the winners of previous competitions

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