With the proliferation of AI and advanced technology, education leaders have an opportunity to find and implement the right solutions to make a difference for learners. This March 9-12, SXSW EDU 2026 is your chance to discover innovative edtech, connect with trailblazing peers, and find strategies that make an impact.
This March 9-12, the SXSW EDU Conference & Festival returns to Austin, TX, to celebrate innovation, experimentation, and learning across every stage of education.
Colleges are aligning recruitment, advising, and student services into a connected student lifecycle. This coordination helps institutions support students more effectively and work more collaboratively.
AI usage has reached 17.8% among the world's working-age population, while adoption remains far higher in developed economies than in the Global South.