AiC uses exclusive awards, scholarships, internships, and professional opportunities to amplify voices, build identity, reward persistence, and recognize fortitude as women increase their technical, entrepreneurial, and leadership skills. Awarded a 2018 Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring, fully 90 percent of past AiC award winners report a college major or minor in a science, technology engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field.
Award for Aspirations in Computing
The NCWIT Award for AiC honors women in grades 9 through 12 who are active and interested in computing and technology, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award for AiC recipients are chosen for their demonstrated interest and achievements in computing, proven leadership ability, academic performance, and plans for post‑secondary education. To date, nearly 8,600 women have been honored with the Award for AiC. The NCWIT Award for AiC is sponsored by Apple, Bank of America, Microsoft, Motorola Solutions Foundation, and Symantec. Find out more at www.aspirations.org/participate/high-school.
Aspirations in Computing Educator Award
The NCWIT AiC Educator Award publicly celebrates formal and informal educators who encourage high school women’s interest and participation in technology pursuits. To date, nearly 400 educators have been honored. The NCWIT AiC Educator Award is sponsored by AT&T. Find out more at www.aspirations.org/participate/educators.
Collegiate Award
The NCWIT Collegiate Award honors the outstanding computing accomplishments of undergraduate and graduate women. Conferred annually, the award recognizes technical contributions to projects that demonstrate a high level of creativity and potential impact. The NCWIT Collegiate Award is sponsored by Qualcomm and Palo Alto Networks. Find out more at www.aspirations.org/participate/collegiate-award.