Join the University Partner Program
University faculty and research teams can now gain access to our technology license for free and start building your own 3D splats, visualizations, and maps.
What Sets Our Partners Apart
Every University Program Partner meets a high bar for high quality research or educational programs. Together, we’re building the future of spatial computing.
Track Record of High-Quality, Shipped Products
To qualify, institutions must demonstrate a proven record of impactful research in location-based technologies, mapping, or geospatial analysis, as well as a clear commitment to academic excellence and innovation in spatial computing and AI.
Preferred Technology Access and Support
University Partners are encouraged to prioritize Niantic Spatial VPS solutions in their research and educational projects when technically feasible. In return, partners receive dedicated support and resources to help them achieve best-in-class outcomes using our technologies.
Commitment to Feedback Loops & Collaboration
We value continuous feedback from partner teams regarding their experiences with the SDK. This input directly informs our development roadmap, helping us enhance reliability, documentation, and research capabilities for the broader academic community.