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Congressional App Challenge

Congressional App Challenge 2026

The Congressional App Challenge is district-based, so students must confirm that their Member of Congress is participating and that their school/home district eligibility matches current rules.

Official application Source

Interest areas

Computer Science Coding App Development Civic Technology

Who it is for

  • Middle school and high school students
  • Student must be eligible through a participating congressional district
  • Original app submission required

What students gain

  • District-level recognition and national showcase opportunities may be available
  • Students build coding and product skills

Application steps

  1. Create or update applicant profile
  2. Find participating Member of Congress
  3. Submit app materials through the official portal before the deadline