Intercollegiate AI 2-Day Hackathon

Rhode Island’s boldest student innovators are coming together to turn ideas into real startups — fast.

In partnership with RIHub, the Yconic All-State Collegiate AI Startup Hackathon is more than a hackathon. It’s a two-day startup accelerator where you’ll use AI to validate ideas, build prototypes, test with users, and create traction that normally takes months.

With two tracks (CS & Non-CS) and 8 cash prize categories, your chances to win — and stand out — are real.

No coding experience? No problem. Our built-in AI Coding Workshop and expert mentors will help you build with modern AI tools from day one.

Expect:

• $20,000 in cash prizes!

• AI-powered startup training

• Mentors, meals, and an electrifying kickoff party

• A high-energy, festival-style innovation environment

Whether you’re a developer, designer, business major, or beginner — this is your moment to build something extraordinary, gain real startup skills, and compete on a world-class stage.

Build fast. Learn faster. Win big.