CREATE AN APP
Read more below. The 2024 Congressional App Challenge launches on May 1st, 2024. Students can enter their apps through October 24th, 2024.
RULES
Read the complete set of competition rules.
PARTICIPATING DISTRICTS
Find out if your Congressperson is hosting a competition!
LEARN TO CODE!
Check out these computer science resources!
PRIZES
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Winning apps are eligible to be displayed in the US Capitol Building and featured on the House of Representatives’ website, House.gov.
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Winning students are invited to #HouseofCode Capitol Hill Reception in Washington D.C.
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Waived copyright registration application fees through the ARTS Act.
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Winning apps receive a press release on the Congressional App Challenge website.
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Additional sponsor prizes are possible and may be announced in the future!
PAST WINNERS
MEET SOME OF OUR PREVIOUS WINNERS
Organized College Planner (OCP)
OCP was created by Zach Burke to help students stay organized during the college application process.
Trade App
Trade App, made by Hayden Crabb, is a simulation game that allows students to interact with the principles of economics.
defendUS
Caroline Gschwend developed defendUS, an interactive game that introduces students to topics in American history.
Spell Me
Etash Kalra’s Spell Me acts as a mobile coach to help students prepare for spelling bees and spelling tests.
