AWS AI & ML Scholars Program
Free AI and machine learning training for up to 100,000 learners globally, with top performers earning a fully funded Udacity Nanodegree scholarship in an AWS-aligned AI career track.
About This Opportunity
AWS and Udacity are partnering to offer a beginner-friendly program in Generative AI, covering core machine learning concepts, responsible AI practices, and real-world applications using AWS services like Amazon PartyRock and Amazon Bedrock.
The program runs in two phases. The Challenge Phase is open to up to 100,000 learners globally and is entirely self-paced. The top 4,500 learners, selected by assessment performance, advance to a fully funded Udacity Nanodegree in one of three specialized AI career tracks.
What You Get
- Free, self-paced foundational AI and Agentic AI training using real AWS tools
- Certificate of Completion for the Challenge Phase
- 3 months of AWS Skill Builder access upon graduating the Challenge Phase
- Top 4,500 performers receive a fully funded Nanodegree in one of three tracks:
- Future AWS AI Programmer — Python, PyTorch, neural networks, transformers
- Future AWS Agentic AI Business Professional — AI agents, BI solutions, workflow automation
- Future AWS Agent Engineer — Amazon Bedrock, multi-agent systems, RAG
Eligibility
- 18 years or older
- Open to learners worldwide — no prior AI or ML experience required
- Basic Python knowledge and English proficiency
- Designed for students, early-career professionals, and career switchers
How to Apply
Enroll directly on the Udacity program page. Applications are open from March 24 to June 24, 2026. The program is self-paced, so you can start immediately after enrolling. Complete the course and two projects before the classroom closes on June 24, 2026 to earn your certificate and be eligible for the Nanodegree assessment.