Apple Opens 2027 Swift Student Challenge to All Platforms

Technology · First reported 10 Nov, 17:28 · Updated 18:19

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Apple has announced that the 2027 Swift Student Challenge will accept submissions from February 8 to February 28, 2027. For the first time, students can submit applications built for any Apple platform rather than being limited to iOS and iPadOS.

The 2027 Swift Student Challenge will accept entries from February 8 to February 28, 2027.
In a departure from prior years, participants can now submit software designed for any Apple platform, including macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS, though HomeView is excluded because it lacks an App Store.
Submissions must be built using Xcode or Swift Playgrounds and be designed to be experienced within three minutes.
Apple will provide educational resources, including Develop in Swift tutorials and three online Meet with Apple sessions scheduled across December 2026, January 2027, and February 2027.
All recognized winners will receive a one-year Apple Developer Program membership and a gift, while a group of Distinguished Winners will be invited to Apple Park in Cupertino for WWDC 2027.

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Key facts

Submission Window: February 8 to February 28, 2027
Eligible Platforms: Any Apple platform, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS
Excluded Hardware: HomeView
App Runtime Limit: Playable within three minutes
Winner Benefits: One-year Apple Developer program membership and a special gift
Distinguished Winner Reward: Trip to Apple Park in Cupertino for WWDC 2027