Applications Now Open for High School Students
The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with AI Ready RVA, will host a no-cost Artificial Intelligence Bootcamp for high school students in Richmond this fall. The program is open to students in grades 9–12 and will take place over three consecutive Saturdays – November 1, 8, and 15, 2025 – from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meals, transportation assistance, and technology will be provided at no cost.
The AI Bootcamp gives underserved students hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI tools, including generative AI, and explores real-world applications in fields such as healthcare, arts, business, computer science, sports science, and career readiness. Students will also complete a capstone project under the guidance of industry mentors.
“Understanding how to use AI is essential to preparing the next generation for the future of work and innovation,” said Jen Kostyniuk, Senior Director of Economic Development. “That’s why Dominion Energy is proud to support AI Ready RVA by bringing the Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp to the region. This transformative opportunity reflects our commitment to empowering communities through education, technology, and access to emerging skills.”
Since 2019, the Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp has served thousands of students nationwide, working to bridge the digital divide and provide equitable access to AI education. The 2025 program introduces a dedicated Teacher Fellow in every location, supporting local educators through a year-long paid fellowship.
Mark Cuban, founder of the Mark Cuban Foundation, emphasized, “Our goal is to ensure that every interested student, regardless of background or resources, can explore AI and its limitless possibilities.”
Applications are encouraged from girls, students of color, first-generation college-goers, and students from low-income backgrounds. The deadline to apply is September 30, 2025.