NACLO
North American Computational Linguistics Open Competition
This competition is a contest in which high-school students solve linguistic puzzles. In solving the problems, students learn about the diversity and consistency of language, while exercising logic skills. No prior knowledge of linguistics or second languages is necessary. Professionals in linguistics, computational linguistics and language technologies use dozens of the world's languages to create engaging problems that represent cutting edge issues in their fields. The competition has attracted top students to study and work in those same fields. This is truly an opportunity for young people to experience a taste of natural-language processing in the 21st century. The winners of the invitation competition will be eligible to represent North America at the International Linguistic Competition. See more details and register at the national NACLO site.
The NACLO 2025 Handbook contains all the information you need for how to register, when the contests take place, where you can sign up, and locations that are hosting the competition.
Important Dates
Register by January 19, 2025 to secure your seat at the site.
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- Open round: Thursday, January 23, 2025
- Invitational round: Thursday, March 13, 2025
Location
In 2025, the primary exam site will be on the campus of Minnesota State Mankato.
Registration
Participation is free. Students who are interested in can register at the NACLO registration site.
NACLO YouTube
The NACLO YouTube Channel has videos by past team participants. See their process in solving a NACLO or IOL problem.
Sample Problems
View practice problems and solutions on the NACLO website.
Contact Us
Questions? Please contact Prof. Rebecca Bates at 507-389-5587 or bates@mnsu.edu for more information.
