Aspirations in Computing (AiC)

Where does a sense of belonging come from? How does confidence grow? For nearly 20,000 technical high school and college women, Aspirations in Computing (AiC) has been key to answering these questions. This welcoming, supportive community is the largest of its kind. With proven methods, NCWIT changes what’s possible for women in technology by offering the kind of encouragement that conquers isolation, builds in long-term motivation, opens doors—and changes lives.

AiC uses prestigious 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 (https://paesmem.net), fully 90 percent of past AiC award winners report a college major or minor in a science, technology engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field.

AiC serves 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and all U.S. military bases overseas.

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AiC Award Recognitions

AiC Award Recognitions honors women’s technical aspirations and abilities, as well as the educators who support them.

AiC Community

The AiC Community is a phenomenal network for technical women, genderqueer, and non-binary students and early-career professionals in computing and engineering who receive benefits for furthering their aspirations.

Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Impact Award

The AiC Impact Award honors AiC Community members for their incredible efforts to create opportunities and grow interest in computing and technology through computing-related events and community groups.

Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Collegiate Award

The AiC Collegiate Award honors the outstanding computing accomplishments of undergraduate and graduate women, genderqueer, and non-binary students.

Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Educator Award

The AiC Educator Award identifies exemplary formal and informal educators who play a pivotal role in encouraging 9th-12th grade women, genderqueer, and non-binary students to explore their interests in computing and technology.

Aspirations in Computing (AiC) High School Award

AiC Award Recognitions offer awards that honor aspirations, abilities, technical accomplishments, impact, and influential guidance.