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# OpenAI Scholars 2020: Applications open

**[OpenAI](https://daily.dev/sources/openai)** · 3 min read · 0 upvotes · 0 comments

## Summary

OpenAI is accepting applications for its third class of Scholars, a 4-month full-time program offering $8,500/month stipends, $25,000 in Microsoft Azure credits, and 1:1 mentorship to 8 individuals from underrepresented groups. Participants study deep learning and open-source a project. No prior machine learning experience is required — only 2+ years of software engineering experience, Python proficiency, and US work authorization. The program runs February 3 to June 5, 2020, with applications closing November 15, 2019.

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