2027 High School Changemaker Challenge

The University of Evansville is proud to host the High School Changemaker Challenge, once again made possible by our generous partners at Toyota. Any high school sophomore, junior, or senior who can be present for the in-person event can compete to win a four-year, full tuition scholarship to the University of Evansville by submitting their idea to make the world a better place.

In-Person Competition
January 29-30, 2027
Eykamp Hall, Ridgway University Center
University of Evansville

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How will you Change the World?

The University of Evansville’s Changemaker Challenge motivates local high schoolers to use innovation and creativity to solve challenges in the world around them.

Your idea to make the world a better place could win you full tuition to the University of Evansville where we will join you to make your idea happen!

Important Dates

November 13, 2026, 3:30 p.m. Central – Information session.
December 4, 2026 – Registration closes.
January 11, 2027 – Top 20 announced.
January 28, 2027 – Virtual rehearsal.
January 29, 2027 – Round 1: Noon – 6:00 p.m.
January 30, 2027 – Championship Round and Awards Celebration. Block off 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Dress to impress!

Competition Event

This event will be a celebration of all the incredible changemakers who are competing. There will be time for networking and collaboration as we all work together to make the world a better place.

Top 20 teams will compete on Friday evening, followed by a dance for all competitors where the Top 6 teams will be announced. Saturday afternoon, the Top 6 teams will compete again. The top three teams will be awarded during a gala celebration of all Changemaker Challenge competitors.

Prizes

The winning students who choose UE as their college destination will receive the following scholarships*:

Prizes table
1st place	FULL TUITION†
2nd place	$29,000 SCHOLARSHIP
3rd place	$27,000 SCHOLARSHIP
4th-6th place	$25,000 SCHOLARSHIP

*Students will receive either the Changemaker Scholarship or the Academic Merit Scholarship, whichever is higher. All UE scholarships are applied to fall and spring semesters and exclude summer and winter enrollment. UE admission requirements apply.
†Students winning first place will not pay any tuition out of pocket for four years. Winners are required to live on campus as part of a cohort, remain consistently enrolled full-time each semester, maintain satisfactory academic progress toward their degree, and display progress toward fulfilling their Changemaker Challenge project goals.
The awarding of the Changemaker Scholarship may adjust Scholarships and Grants previously offered for students who have already received an initial Financial Aid Notification. Learn more about Scholarship information for the Fall 2027 entering class.