Break Into AI for Free with the AWS AI & ML Scholarship
A life-changing opportunity to learn AI, build real projects, and earn a Udacity Nanodegree—no prior experience needed.
What is the AWS AI & ML Scholarship?
This initiative offers up to 50,000 learners globally a chance to earn fully funded Udacity Nanodegrees, including access to advanced training, hands-on projects, mentoring, and real-world AI tools—all at no cost.
Important dates
May 28, 2025 – Applications open
August 1, 2025 – Applications close
August 25, 2025 – First ten-week Nanodegree phase begins
How it works: 2 phases
1. Challenge Phase (May 28 – August 1)
Self-paced, 20 hours of generative AI training using AWS PartyRock
Build your own GenAI-powered app
2. Nanodegree Phase (August 25 – November 25)
The top 1,500 high-performing students will also have an opportunity to complete a fully funded AI-focused Udacity Nanodegree program.
Choose one of three tracks and get the full Nanodegree tuition covered (~4 months, ~10 hrs/week):
Future AWS AI Scientist – ML models in Python/PyTorch
Future AWS Business Intelligence Engineer – No-code BI with Amazon Q
Future AWS AI Engineer – GenAI infrastructure using SageMaker, Bedrock & RAG
Who’s eligible?
Age 18+ (16+ in some regions)
Enrolled in high school, college, or community college
No prior AI/ML experience required
Global availability where the program is permitted
Particularly focused on empowering underrepresented or underserved learners
Why this scholarship matters
Zero cost, full support – Scholarships cover tuition; you get career coaching, mentorship, and community.
Hands-on with AWS GenAI – Build real applications using cutting-edge AWS tools (PartyRock, SageMaker, Bedrock).
Career-ready credentials – Nanodegree programs are recognized in the industry and enhance employability.
Talent spotlighted – Strong performers may be invited to advanced programs, doubling their learning impact
How to apply—and win
Prepare early – Mark your calendar now for May 28, 2025.
Sign up on Udacity and apply once open.
Dive into the Challenge Phase—complete the intro course and build your GenAI app.
Submit strong projects and track performance—earn your spot in the Nanodegree.
Engage & network—mentorship and community interaction help boost your journey and future prospects.
A call to action
If you’ve ever been curious about AI and wonder where to start—this is it. AWS and Udacity have created a truly accessible, beginner-friendly path to master AI/ML, gain real experience with industry tools, and prepare for a future career—all for free.
Don’t wait—applications open May 28 (and close August 1). Take this chance to build, learn, and launch—and help shape the AI-powered future we’re all heading into.
Curious about any specific track, mentorship support, or advice on building your GenAI app? I’m happy to help!
You can apply here.