STEM
Computer Science
Competition
Congressional App Challenge 2026
Offered by Congressional App Challenge
The official U.S. House student app competition, allowing middle and high-school students to build an original application in any programming language or platform.
About this opportunity
The Congressional App Challenge encourages students to design and build original software applications and submit them through participating U.S. congressional districts. Students may compete individually or in teams, use any programming language and choose their own app concept, giving participants a concrete programming project with public recognition at the district level.
Who can apply
Open to eligible middle and high-school students who reside or attend school in a participating U.S. congressional district. Citizenship is not required under the official rules. Students may enter individually or in teams of up to four.
What you'll need to apply
Register through the official student portal and submit an original app together with the required demonstration/explanation materials before the district deadline.
Key dates
- Student submission deadline26 Oct 2026
Open to students from
United States
Tags
Individual
Team based
Accuracy
Verification status: Verified
Last checked: 6 Sept 2026 · Details can change without notice — always confirm on the organiser's official page before applying.
Originally sourced from www.congressionalappchallenge.us
26 October 2026