Bennington Young Innovators Awards 2026-27: AI Contest for Grades 9-12, Entries until 1 November

For school students in grades 9-12 from any country. Bennington College (USA) accepts work about artificial intelligence in one of three categories: a creative work made with AI plus a reflection (500-750 words), an essay of up to 1,200 words, or a project with a video of up to 3 minutes and a written explanation of up to 500 words; entries are accepted from 1 September to 1 November 2026 (until 11:59 PM New York time). Entry is free, prizes in each category are $2,000, $1,000 and $500, and scholarships are available for those who enroll at the college; grade 12 students must first submit a Common Application or Coalition Application, with no fee.