The Congressional App Challenge is a competition to engage students from across America in computer science and coding.
Officially launced in 2015, the effort allows students to compete against their peers by creating an application (or app) for desktop/PC, web, tablet, mobile, raspberry Pi or other devices. We accept any programming language, such as C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, or "block code." The Challenge is designed to promote innovation and engagement in computer science and STEM education.
The challenge is open to all middle and high school students in the 16th Congressional District of Illinois. Students who wish to enter the competition must submit their app to https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/students/ during the Competition Submission Period.
For more information, please visit the official Congressional App Challenge website at https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/
Check Out Last Year's Winner HERE!
2025 IMPORTANT DATES:
- January 1 – Student pre-registration opens
- May 1 – Challenge officially launches
- September 17, 2025: National App Challenge Day
- October 30 – Deadline for students to register and submit their app online
- November – Judging period
- December – Winners announced!
Please reach out to Congressman LaHood's Peoria Office at (309) 671-7027 with any additional questions.
