Congressional App Challenge
About
The Congressional App Challenge is a remarkable initiative that Members of the U.S. House of Representatives host. The challenge aims to encourage middle and high school students to learn coding and explore careers in computer science. It invites students from districts nationwide to create and submit original apps, which can earn them the chance to have their app displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year. This challenge inspires students to explore the world of STEM, actively engage underrepresented communities in tech, and help Congress members connect with emerging technologies. The challenge is a fantastic way to foster innovation and empower the next generation of developers.
Eligibility
- Can compete in the Congressional District in which they LIVE IN or ATTEND SCHOOL in.
- Students can participate in teams of up to FOUR students.
- 50% of the students must either LIVE IN or ATTEND SCHOOL in the district.
- Age: students must be enrolled in Middle or High School by the October 30th, 2025 deadline. Unfortunately, high school seniors that graduate by October 30th cannot participate.
- ONE district, ONE app, either as a team or as an individual
For a comprehensive set of rules and guidelines Click here
App Parameters
- Students can submit an app coded for any platform, on any topic using any coding language.
- Does NOT have to only be a mobile app. They can submit robotics, websites, pieces of wearable tech, AR/VR, etc.
- Eligibility Window: Students can submit projects they have coded BETWEEN October 2024 and October 30th, 2025.
- Students have one year, from deadline to deadline, to submit work that they have worked on to give them time to work on their work.
Registration
Registration has opened as of May 1st
Students can register through the link provided below:
Congressional App Challenge Registration 2025
IMPORTANT DATES:
12:00 PM EDT, Thursday, October 30th, 2025 | Deadline for registration AND submissions
November 2025 | Judging Period
December 2025 | Winner(s) announced
If you have any questions, contact:
andrea.rebollido@mail.house.gov
(773) 779-2400