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IonQ Research Credits Program

quantum research education

IonQ's Research Credits Program supports academic and research institutions by providing access to up to $10,000 in quantum computing credits. These credits help defray the cost of accessing IonQ's advanced quantum systems—including Harmony, Aria, Forte, and upcoming models—and come with technical support and direct feedback from IonQ's experts. With a fast review process (typically within three business days) and flexible usage for research and educational projects, the program is ideal for initiatives in quantum computing research, algorithm development, curriculum design, and open-source tool creation. Credits cannot be used for commercial or personal projects.

Starting from

$0

Up to

$10,000

Program Tiers

Research Credits Tier

Provides up to $10,000 in compute credits for approved proposals from qualified academic researchers.

Credit Value

$10,000

Duration

12 months

Benefits

Orbital - Enhanced benefits for growing projects
Orbital
Enhanced benefits for growing projects
Launchpad - Basic benefits to help you get started
Orbital - Enhanced benefits for growing projects Level 2
Stellar - Premium benefits for established projects
Galactic - Ultimate benefits package for industry leaders
Up to $10,000 in compute credits for quantum computing research
Technical support and feedback from IonQ experts
Access to advanced quantum systems including Harmony, Aria, and Forte
Fast review process with decisions typically within three business days

Eligibility

Solar Gravity - More intense: interview rounds, additional verification documents
Solar Gravity
More intense: interview rounds, additional verification documents
Lunar Gravity - Simple application process, usually just a quick form
Earth Gravity - Moderate documentation like basic financials, pitch deck
Solar Gravity - More intense: interview rounds, additional verification documents Level 3
Black Hole Gravity - Most demanding (complex due diligence)
Graduate students
Faculty members
Academic researchers
Undergraduates with faculty supervision

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Submit Proposal

Complete the online application form with project details including research goals, required resources, and team qualifications.

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