AI programs, labs, opportunities, organizations, and events in Missouri.
Cortex Innovation District AI Accelerator
12-week intensive accelerator for AI startups based in St. Louis's Cortex Innovation District. Includes $25K equity-free grant, co-working space, mentor network, and investor demo day. Open to Missouri-based or Missouri-relocating companies.
Missouri AI Ready: Digital Skills Certificate
A free 40-hour online certificate program for Missouri workers seeking foundational AI literacy. Covers AI concepts, prompt engineering, automation tools, and responsible AI practices. Offered through the University of Missouri system.
WashU AI Entrepreneurship Fellows Program
Washington University in St. Louis's competitive fellowship for entrepreneurs building AI ventures. Fellows receive $30K stipend, lab access, faculty mentorship, and introductions to the St. Louis venture community. One-year program.
KC Tech AI Workforce Development Initiative
Kansas City Tech Council's workforce development program connecting Kansas City employers with AI-skilled talent. Includes subsidized training, apprenticeships, and a regional employer matching platform.
AI for Agribusiness — Missouri Extension Program
University of Missouri Extension's hands-on program helping Missouri farmers and agribusinesses adopt AI tools for precision agriculture, yield prediction, and supply chain optimization. Free workshops offered across the state.
Missouri S&T AI Engineering Bootcamp
Intensive 8-week applied AI engineering bootcamp co-developed by Missouri University of Science & Technology and industry partners. Covers ML engineering, MLOps, and deployment pipelines. Scholarships available for Missouri residents.