-> Welcome to The 36th Annual
Supercomputing Challenge
The Supercomputing Challenge is an exciting academic year-long marathon open to middle and high school students to solve real-world problems using computational science techniques.
12,000+ Challengers in 35 Years!
Teachers, see the Invitation to Participate, and post the Invitation Flyer or edit it to post at your school.
Time to Register for the 36th annual Supercomputing Challenge
Will your team be a finalist in April 2026?
-> Wanna Crush It?
Join the 36th Supercomputing Challenge!
Quick Links
- Dates
- Register to participate in this year's Challenge
- Proposal
- Kickoff
- Interim Report
- February Evaluations
- Scholarships
- Final Report
- Expo and Awards Ceremony
- Resources Page
-> About The Supercomputing Challenge
Real-World Problem Solving Through Computational Science
The Supercomputing Challenge is an exciting program that offers a truly unique experience to students in our state. The opportunity to work on the most powerful computers in the world is currently available to only a very few students in the entire United States, but in New Mexico, it is just one of the benefits of living in the “Land of Enchantment.”
-> Sponsors
Make An Impact: Sponsor Out Future Innovators
College Information
New Mexico is a majority minority state with considerable diversity in its student population. The Supercomputing Challenge makes an effort to attract students from across the spectrum including minorities and women.
Become a Sponsor
Invest in the future of STEM education by sponsoring the Supercomputing Challenge. Your support empowers the next generation of innovators. Flexible sponsorship levels offer recognition at events and on our platforms. Contact us to learn more.
Sponsor Information
The Supercomputing Challenge is dedicated to helping to produce the high tech workforce of the future. By having students tackle the problems of today and tomorrow we hope to prepare them for that future.
How to Volunteer
Share your STEM expertise by volunteering with the Supercomputing Challenge. Mentor teams, judge competitions, or help organize events. Your contribution makes a difference. Sign up today or contact our volunteer coordinators for more information.
Mentor a Team
In addition to our volunteers, we are actively seeking mentors to guide our students through their projects. If you're interested in becoming a mentor, please visit our Mentor Resources page to learn more.
2025-2026 Sponsors
Thank you so much!
Primary Partners
Los Alamos National Laboratory 
Triad National Security, LLC
New Mexico Public Education Department
Gold Partners
Sandia National Laboratories
Silver Partners
Gulfstream Group and bigbye.cc
Microsoft
PNM
Westwind
Bronze Partners
Holmans
NMTIE in conjunction with NMCHECS
Simtable / Redfish Group
Educational Partners
The Center for Connected Learning (CCL) and Computer-Based Modeling/NetLogo
Central New Mexico Community College
CNM Ingenuity, Inc.
Eastern New Mexico University
MIT Starlogo Nova
New Mexico Highlands University
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
New Mexico Public Education Department
New Mexico State University
Northern New Mexico College
San Juan College
Santa Fe Community College
University of New Mexico
UNM-Center for Advanced Research Computing
Friends of the Challenge
Computer Science Alliance
del Norte LOV Foundation
Creighton Edington
Daniel and Mel Fuka
Clint Hubbard
David Janecky
Maximo Lazo
New Mexico Network for Women in Science and Engineering
Hugo Rivera Calzadillas
Peggy and Bob Robey
Windspirit Therapeutic Massage
-> Testimonials
What Students Are Saying
Slideshow