Apple opens 2027 Swift Student Challenge to apps for all its platforms

Apple's Swift Student Challenge will accept submissions from February 8 to 28, 2027.

The annual contest gives young developers around the world a chance to show their app-making skills.

Students can submit apps for any Apple platform, expanding the contest beyond its previous focus on iPhone and iPad apps.

Each app must be made in Xcode or Swift Playground and be possible to experience in three minutes.

Apple is offering tutorials and online sessions to help students prepare, including lessons on SwiftUI, AI and machine learning, and spatial computing.

Apple will choose winners for innovation, creativity, social impact or inclusivity, and a group of Distinguished Winners will be invited to WWDC 2027 at Apple Park in California.

Apple has not announced when WWDC 2027 will take place, though it is typically held in June.