National Innovator Challenge

ELIGIBILITY

Who Can Participate?

The National Innovator Challenge (NIC) is an annual, K-12, innovation competition that promotes and celebrates youth innovation in the United States. It is held virtually so that any student in the US has an opportunity to enter.

NIC Participants

Showcase Your Big Idea in the National Innovator Challenge!

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Educators

Support Your Students’ Journey to Innovation Success

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Registration

Join the Challenge – Register Now and Compete!

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Important Dates

Monday, April 21, 2025

Registration Opens

Sunday, June 22, 2025 (by midnight Pacific Time)

Registration Closes

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

Monday, July 7, 2025

Feedback emailed to all innovators

Invitations emailed for those advancing to the Live Event

Friday July 11, 2025 – Sunday July 20, 2025 (spanning two weekends)

Live National Innovator Challenge via Zoom

Sunday, July 27, 2025

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

Winner's Archive

Learn more about the winners of previous competitions