Advanced Computing Student Collaborative

Presented by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Leadership-Class Computing Facility (LCCF) 

A unique opportunity for undergraduate students from all disciplines who want to learn or enhance computational and data analytics skills and apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) for a societal advancement themed experience.

No prior programming experience or knowledge of the program theme is required.

Application Deadline: September 15, 2025

The paid, weeklong program with virtual training activities leading up to the experience engages students who want to work collaboratively to:

  • Learn about the applications of Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and High Performance Computing
  • Experience the latest tools and techniques for exploring data through visualization
  • Expand skills in team-based problem-solving
  • Learn to communicate ideas more effectively to the general public
  • Experience a professional conference, including networking and learning about careers in computing

This cohort experience will be co-located with SC25 in St. Louis, MO, and themed around Artificial Intelligence for Societal Advancement.

Apply Now

Accepted applicants will be notified by October 3, 2025.

2025 Important Dates

8/1/2025 – 9/29/2025:
Application & Selection Period
Notifications will be sent out by 10/3/2025.

10/3/2025 – 11/8/2025:
Onboarding & Training (Virtual)

11/15/2025 – 11/21/2025:
Advanced Computing Student Collaborative, St. Louis, MO

Meet the 2025 SC25 Participants and Mentors!

> SC25 ACSC Participants

> SC25 ACSC Mentors

Past ACSC Participants and Mentors

> PEARC25 ACSC Participants
> PEARC25 ACSC Mentors

> SC24 ACSC Participants
> SC24 ACSC Mentors

Eligibility

Students will be assigned to teams to ensure a balance of backgrounds. The costs of airfare, lodging, meals, and conference registration will be provided. Additionally, a participant stipend will be provided. Eligibility requirements:

  • Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student:
    • in good standing,
    • pursuing any major,
    • and planning to complete an undergraduate degree program at an accredited U.S. college or university.
  • Have a minimum overall GPA of at least 2.5/4.0 (or equivalent).
  • Be at least 18 years of age at the start of the program.
  • Be able to participate in virtual program training and activities leading up to the event.
  • Complete the online application form before the deadline.

LCCF ACSC Supplementary Information

Program Impact 2016-2024

225
Participants

11
Cohorts

59%
Women

12%

Community College & Opportunity-Youth

24%

African American/
Black

12%

Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander

27%
Hispanic/Latinx

18%
Asian

12%
White

For more information, please contact outreach@tacc.utexas.edu.

This program is funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation Award #2323116.