2026 AI Ethics Scholarship
$500 Prize for the most compelling 2,000-word essay on the future of moral intelligence in healthcare.
What is AI Ethics?
AI ethics explores how we ensure artificial intelligence acts fairly, safely, and transparently—especially in healthcare where decisions affect human lives directly.
Guidelines & Eligibility
- 2,000 words original essay (AI-generated work is prohibited)
- Deadline: August 31, 2026
- Open to all current students (any major or school)
- One entry per person via the submission form
Submission Rules
Essay Length: Each submission must be exactly or close to 2,000 words. Shorter or significantly longer works may be disqualified.
Original Work: All essays must be original, unpublished work. Plagiarism or AI-generated content will lead to immediate disqualification.
Deadline: Submissions must be received by August 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.
How to Submit: Use the official submission form on this page only. We do not accept submissions via email or physical mail.
Eligibility Criteria
Open to all students, any major, and any school. Limit: one entry per person.
What is AI Ethics?
AI Ethics in simple terms means ensuring machines are designed to treat people fairly, keep data safe, and never stop helping when health is at stake.
The AI Ethics Scholarship
We are proud to announce a $500 scholarship awarded to the student who provides the most insightful exploration of artificial intelligence ethics. Our mission is to foster critical thinking about the social consequences of technology in the healthcare landscape and beyond.
WHAT IS AI ETHICS?
AI Ethics is a field of inquiry that examines the moral implications and social consequences of artificial intelligence. It focuses on ensuring that AI systems are developed and deployed in ways that are fair, transparent, and respectful of human rights and dignity.
Submission Guidelines
Eligibility
Open to undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in any accredited institution. All majors are welcome to apply. Limited to one unique entry per person. Proof of enrollment may be requested upon selection.
- Essays must be exactly 2000 words in length.
- Work must be original and free from plagiarism.
- AI assistance is allowed only if explicitly cited as a tool.
- Deadline for submission: August 31st, 2026.
- Submit your entry via the digital form below.